How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Brussels?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Brussels?

The average train journey time from Cologne to Brussels is 3h 43m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Eurostar .

Which train operators serve the Cologne to Brussels route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Eurostar , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Brussels?

The earliest train from Cologne to Brussels departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 21:42.

Which 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 21 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Brussels?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Brussels?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar , with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Brussels?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Cologne to Brussels from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 27 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	20:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 14m	00:22	Brussels Central Train Station	Cheapest
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	19:15	Hbf	3h 43m	22:58	Brussels Central Train Station	Fastest
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	20:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 14m	00:22	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	19:15	Hbf	3h 43m	22:58	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	20:15	Hbf	4h 7m	00:22	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 28 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	07:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 50m	10:58	Brussels Central Train Station	Cheapest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	07:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 50m	10:58	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 29 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	06:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 47m	09:55	Brussels Central Train Station	Cheapest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	06:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 47m	09:55	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	19:31	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 18m	21:49	Schaarbeek	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 30 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	07:42	Hbf	2h 7m	09:49	Schaarbeek	Cheapest
	08:44	Hbf	1h 51m	10:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:28	Hbf	5h 2m	13:30	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	08:44	Hbf	1h 51m	10:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	07:27	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 22m	09:49	Schaarbeek	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	07:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 50m	10:58	Brussels Central Train Station	Cheapest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	07:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 50m	10:58	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Cheapest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	06:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 50m	09:58	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Cheapest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	07:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 50m	10:58	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Cheapest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	06:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 50m	09:58	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
	06:44	Hbf	1h 51m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Brussels

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

114 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £84	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£19 - £134	Average duration3h 43m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £21	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg 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
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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B
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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C
Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Eurostar

4.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Brussels by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Brussels?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Brussels?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Brussels is 3h 43m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Brussels route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Brussels?
The earliest train from Cologne to Brussels departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 21:42.
Which 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 21 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Brussels?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller 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

25/11

£51

26/11

£51

Today

£88

28/11

£79

29/11

£60

30/11

£60

01/12

£69

02/12

£51

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £51

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 £51 to £101 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 £51, which is on 2025-12-02.