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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brussels-North Train Station to Cologne

Composite routes from Brussels-North Train Station to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 4 min
Car
216 km.
from $11
Fastest
52 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
tarsin_irlanda@yahoo.com
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Brussels to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.11–$13.90

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$60.64

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.95–$189.50

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.42–$24.00

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.74–$34.11

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.42–$24.00

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Brussels to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels-North train station to Cologne is to bus which costs $10.87 - $15.22 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Brussels-North train station to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $46.74 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Brussels-North train station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brussel WTC and arriving at Köln via Brussels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels-North train station and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

The distance between Brussels-North train station and Cologne is 217 km. The road distance is 211.6 km.

How do I travel from Brussels-North train station to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels-North train station to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $46.74 - $52.17 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

The train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Brussels-North train station to Cologne bus from?

Brussels-North train station to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Brussels station.

Where do I catch the Brussels-North train station to Cologne train from?

Brussels-North train station to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Brussels-North train station to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $46.74 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $15.22 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Brussels-North train station to Cologne bus arrive?

Brussels-North train station to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Brussels-North train station to Cologne train arrive?

Brussels-North train station to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels-North train station to Cologne is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Brussels-North train station to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

Book your Brussels-North train station to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Brussels-North train station to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels-North train station and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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