The cheapest and fastest buses from Utrecht to Brussels
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Utrecht to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Brussels will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Utrecht for Brussels on Sun, Nov 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.
1611 · 1696
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1611 · 1696Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Utrecht to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 148 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Utrecht to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Brussels buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1611 · 1696 | 4:25 AM Utrecht, NH Hotel (Jaarbeursplein) | 5h20 | 9:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Utrecht | 2h40 | 9:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Utrecht, Centraal Station | 3h00 | 12:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Utrecht to Brussels
Buses from Utrecht to Brussels run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 148 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 148 km |
Average bus duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Utrecht to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Utrecht to Brussels with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Utrecht to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Utrecht, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Utrecht, NH Hotel (Jaarbeursplein), Utrecht, Centraal Station and Utrecht, Jaarbeursplein. When arriving in Brussels, you can end your route in coach stations like Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Utrecht, NH Hotel (Jaarbeursplein), which is located around 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Utrecht to Brussels
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 18, 28 Trains: Intercity, Sprinter Trams: 60, 61
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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