How to travel from Cologne to Brussels

Travel from Cologne, Germany to Brussels, Belgium is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Brussels from Cologne restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Brussels, Belgium from Cologne?

• There are no current restrictions

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Brussels, Belgium?

The government of Belgium has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face mask requirement: Recommended

The above information was last verified on 1/9/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip between Cologne and Brussels closer to your planned date of departure here.

Return travel to Cologne, Germany from Belgium is: Unrestricted.

Are there any travel restrictions on reentering Germany from Belgium?

Entry into Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium.

Are there requirements to self-quarantine on arrival into Germany from Belgium?

Requirements for reentering Germany:

• There are no current restrictions

What are the requirements for social distancing and wearing face masks in Germany?

All travelers must abide by the following measures in Germany to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the country:

• Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face masks: Mandatory

The above information about your return travel to Cologne, Germany was last verified on 1/24/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to your planned date of travel to Cologne from Brussels.

There are 4 ways to travel between Cologne and Brussels including taking a bus, ferry, flight or train.

The cheapest way to travel between Cologne and Brussels is by taking a bus with an average price of $16 (€14).

This is compared to other travel options to Brussels:

A bus is $67 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Brussels costing on average $83 (€72).

The quickest way to travel from Cologne to Brussels is by train, which takes on average 1 h 50 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, going by bus can take 4 h 30 min   on average.

The distance from Cologne to Brussels is approximately 113 miles (182 km).

The average frequency per day from Cologne to Brussels is:

• 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Brussels from Cologne as scheduled services by bus, ferry, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Brussels:

• Buses mostly depart from Köln, Köln Bonn Airport (Fernbusbahnhof) and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
• Trains mostly depart from Köln Hbf and arrive in Bruxelles-Midi.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Flixbus for buses to Brussels. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Flixbus Cologne to Brussels tickets on Omio for $16 (€14).
• Thalys can get you to Brussels by train. You can find a good deal for train tickets with Thalys from Cologne to Brussels for $83 (€72) on Omio.

Yes, there are direct services available from Cologne to Brussels with the following travel companies:

• You can take a direct train with Deutsche Bahn or Thalys with 12 direct trains per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Brussels as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Brussels from Cologne.

When planning your trip from Cologne to Brussels, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

• Bus tickets are costing $16 (€14) one way on average.
• Train tickets are costing on average $83 (€72) one way.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Cologne to Brussels online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.