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Museum Ludwig
Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schaerbeek to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schaerbeek to Cologne will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 8 trains that leave Schaerbeek for Cologne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 522 · R 13600 · Bus 5005 · R 5005
R 1995 · IC 522 · R 13600 · Bus 5005
ICE 11
R 3677 · ICE 11
ICE 15
ICE 11
ICE 15
ICE 13
R 3679 · ICE 13
R 3681 · ICE 15Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schaerbeek to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £247.
Distance: 180 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £422 Average Price |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Schaerbeek to Cologne trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 3677 · ICE 11 | On time 6:16 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2h16 | 8:32 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 11 | On time 6:34 Brussels-North | 1h58 | 8:32 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3679 · ICE 13 | On time 8:16 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2h16 | 10:32 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 13 | On time 8:34 Brussels-North | 1h58 | 10:32 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3681 · ICE 15 | On time 10:16 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2h16 | 12:32 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 15 | Delayed 8:43 10:34Brussels-North | 1h58 | 12:32 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3683 · ICE 315 | On time 12:16 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2h16 | 14:32 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 315 | On time 12:34 Brussels-North | 1h58 | 14:32 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3685 · ICE 17 | Delayed 14:16 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2h16 | 15:32 15:32Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 17 | Delayed 14:34 Brussels-North | 1h58 | 15:32 15:32Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 8001 · ICE 317 | On time 16:18 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2h14 | 18:32 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 317 | On time 16:34 Brussels-North | 1h58 | 18:32 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3689 · ICE 19 | Delayed 18:16 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 2h17 | 19:33 19:33Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 19 | Delayed 18:34 Brussels-North | 1h59 | 19:33 19:33Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
R 1995 · IC 522 · R 13600 · Bus 5005 | 0:08 Station Brussel-Schaarbeek | 7h36 | 7:44 Cologne Hbf | 5 changes | |
IC 522 · R 13600 · Bus 5005 · R 5005 | 0:31 Brussels-North | 7h13 | 7:44 Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Schaerbeek to Cologne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:15 |
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Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Archaeological museum built around Roman remains, especially the Dionysus mosaic. Excellent for understanding Cologne’s Roman origins.
Major art museum with medieval painting, sculpture and applied arts. A strong choice for seeing Cologne’s artistic heritage in one place.
Historic old town lanes and squares by the Rhine, packed with colourful houses, churches and viewpoints. Ideal for a classic Cologne stroll.
Long Rhine promenade with bridge, cathedral and river views. Popular for walking, photography and watching boats pass through the city centre.
Lively square in the old town framed by historic buildings and museums. A useful base for sightseeing and one of Cologne’s best-known public spaces.
Rye bread with butter, cheese, ham or sausage, traditionally served in Cologne breweries as a simple local snack with Kölsch.
Hearty dish of black pudding with fried onions and mashed potatoes, a Rhineland classic closely associated with Cologne home cooking.
Slow-cooked horsemeat in a sweet-sour raisin sauce, a historic Rhineland speciality still served in a few traditional Cologne restaurants.
Classic Brauhaus serving Päffgen Kölsch and Rhineland favourites in a bustling, wood-panelled setting popular with locals.
Traditional brewery venue by Heumarkt with house Kölsch and dependable regional cooking in a spacious historic hall.
Long-established restaurant for refined German and Rhineland cooking, with a more formal atmosphere than a typical Brauhaus.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and public transport are broadly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is often included, but it is usual to round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Cologne Hbf -> Neumarkt, Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schaerbeek to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Schaerbeek to Cologne trains use the Brussels-Nord to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Use this guide to compare Schaerbeek and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Station Brussel-Schaarbeek is 1 km from Schaerbeek city centre. Public transport options include:
Station Brussel-Schaarbeek has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Station Brussel-Schaarbeek.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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