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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Cheapest | |||||
| Cologne/Bonn Airport | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Fastest | |||||
| Cologne/Bonn Airport | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | No tags | |||||
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Brussels North Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Brussels
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Brussels?
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Brussels
- A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium - B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium - C
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium - D
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Brussels by bus
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 bus ticket from Cologne to Brussels?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from NOK 133. The average price for this route is around NOK 250. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Brussels?
The average bus travel time from Cologne to Brussels is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 191 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Brussels route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Brussels?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Brussels at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Brussels?
A bus trip from Cologne to Brussels generates an estimated 4.765625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11919 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Brussels?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on Jun 23, 2026 with a price of NOK 153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Brussels, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NOK 153 to NOK 703 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 153 which is on 2026-06-23.
Usually FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus 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.
