The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Heerlen
Cheapest price on Sep 13
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 13
€7
Fastest journey on Sep 13
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
1 h 48 m
Buses on Sep 13
2
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Heerlen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Heerlen will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sun, Sep 13, we found 2 buses from Brussels to Heerlen, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 13 the direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Sep 13 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
10:00 AM1h30Brussels11:30 AMHeerlen€61One-way0 transfers
4:20 AM2h05Brussels6:25 AMHeerlen€81One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM1h30Brussels11:30 AMHeerlen€61One-way0 transfers
4:20 AM2h05Brussels6:25 AMHeerlen€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brussels to Heerlen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Heerlen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 115 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Heerlen:
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Heerlen costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Heerlen take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 57m.
Live departures
Brussels to Heerlen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Heerlen buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:20 AM Brussels | 2h05 | 6:25 AM Heerlen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Brussels | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Heerlen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Brussels to Heerlen by bus or train
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Why should you book Brussels to Heerlen buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Heerlen.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brussels to Heerlen.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Heerlen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Brussels to Heerlen.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Heerlen
Buses from Brussels to Heerlen run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 115 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 115 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flibco from Brussels to HeerlenYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Heerlen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flibco for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Flibco
FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Heerlen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Heerlen 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 Heerlen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Heerlen
Most Brussels to Heerlen buses use the Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) to Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Heerlen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Brussels station do buses to Heerlen leave from?
Getting to Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) from Brussels city centre
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) is 6 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) bus station facilities and services
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) from Brussels city centre
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) bus station facilities and services
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Brussels, Gare Du Midi from Brussels city centre
Brussels, Gare Du Midi is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Gare Du Midi bus station facilities and services
Brussels, Gare Du Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Various dining options are nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi. ATMs are available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi: Station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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