Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:44pm	Hbf	1h 51m	8:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	CheapestFastest
6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
12:39pm	Hbf	1h 56m	2:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	6:44pm	Hbf	1h 51m	8:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	3h 56m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	6:44pm	Hbf	1h 51m	8:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:01pm	Hbf	3h 44m	6:45pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	3h 56m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	3h 56m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	6:44pm	Hbf	1h 51m	8:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:01pm	Hbf	4h 39m	9:40pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	10:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	12:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	10:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	12:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:03am	Hbf	3h 39m	11:42am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:44pm	Hbf	1h 51m	8:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	CheapestFastest
6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
6:40am	Hbf	1h 55m	8:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
8:39am	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
12:39pm	Hbf	1h 56m	2:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Brussels

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

119 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 52 - PEN 428	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 96 - PEN 432	Average Duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Brussels?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Train Companies

Eurostar

4.3/524 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi4.0

Deutsche Bahn

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi2.8

BE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Brussels by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Brussels?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from PEN 96. The average price for this train route is around PEN 282. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Brussels?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Brussels is 1h 56m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Brussels route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Brussels?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Brussels at 6:11am. And the latest train departs at 9:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Brussels?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/06

PEN 307

09/07

PEN 267

Today

PEN 267

09/09

PEN 226

09/10

PEN 103

09/11

PEN 226

09/12

PEN 123

09/13

PEN 226

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of PEN 103

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Brussels, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 103 to PEN 447 for a train ticket from Cologne to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 103 which is on 2026-09-10.

Usually Eurostar will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.