The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Amsterdam will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 10 buses that leave Brussels for Amsterdam on Sat, Feb 14, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Brussels to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €422.
Distance: 173 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price | €699 Average price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Amsterdam buses for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1657 | 11:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h21 | 3:01 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1661 | 2:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h49 | 6:19 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 4h15 | 6:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 3h45 | 6:25 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h05 | 5:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h40 | 4:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
1613 | 1:48 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h12 | 6:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4743 | 4:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h25 | 7:25 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50805 | 5:25 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h40 | 9:05 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4739 | 7:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h15 | 11:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Amsterdam
Buses from Brussels to Amsterdam run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 173 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, Infobus from Brussels to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Amsterdam with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, Infobus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Brussels to Amsterdam
The first buses from Brussels to Amsterdam leave at 3:05 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 7:30 p.m. There are 16 buses a day. The journey between the two cities takes around 3 hours. Eurolines, Flixbus and Ouibus serve this route.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Brussels to Amsterdam?
Departure Station: Eurolines and Flixbus buses leave from Gare du Nord which is a 20-minute walk from the centre of Brussels. Ouibus leaves from Gare du Midi which is also a 20-minute walk from the centre of the city.
Arrival Station: Eurolines buses arrive at Amsterdam Centraal Station, which is situated in the centre of town. Flixbus and Ouibus both arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station which is 2.5 miles from the centre. A 6-minute train ride from here will bring you to the centre of Amsterdam.
FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Amsterdam by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Eurostar
- Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Amsterdam
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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