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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 50 m
Trains on 18 Sept
24
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport you need to make at least one change.
ICE 318 · R 199521:024h22Cologne Hbf1:24Charleroi-Sud£281One-way1 change- 26832 · ICE 318 · R 199521:154h09Cologne Hbf1:24Charleroi-Sud£361One-way2 changes
- ICE 310 · IC 5737 · R 875614:383h03Cologne Hbf17:41Lodelinsart£441One-way2 changes
- ICE 310 · IC 573714:382h43Cologne Hbf17:21Charleroi-Sud£441One-way1 change
- ICE 316 · IC 3833 · R 45839:433h16Cologne Hbf12:59Lodelinsart£471One-way2 changes
- ICE 310 · IC 573714:382h43Cologne Hbf17:21Charleroi-Sud£441One-way1 change
9414+
38306:402h49Cologne Hbf9:29Tamines£481One-way1 change- ICE 316 · IC 45329:432h52Cologne Hbf12:35Charleroi-Sud£551One-way1 change
- ICE 16 · IC 453411:432h52Cologne Hbf14:35Charleroi-Sud£671One-way1 change
- ICE 12 · IC 454017:432h52Cologne Hbf20:35Charleroi-Sud£611One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 183 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Brussels South Charleroi Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 8m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.05. The journey takes 2h 37m versus 2h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:43 Cologne | 3h16 | 10:59 Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:43 Cologne | 3h16 | 11:59 Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:42 Cologne | 3h17 | 15:59 Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:43 Cologne | 3h16 | 19:59 Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport
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Trains from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 15:43. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 6:33 |
Last train 15:43 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Brussels South Charleroi Airport from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels South Charleroi Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Brussels South Charleroi Airport
Most Cologne to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trains use the Köln Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Brussels South Charleroi Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln-Ehrenfeld from Cologne city centre
Köln-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Ehrenfeld train station facilities and services
Köln-Ehrenfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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