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Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a train costs an average of €373.
Distance: 1174 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€373 Average price | €161 Average price | €111 Average price Cheapest |
19h 5m Average total duration 18h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 39m Average total duration 26h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.5 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Overview: Train from Brussels to Rome
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Italy
Trains from Brussels to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €373 but you can travel from only €38 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 1174 km distance in 30h 52m.
Distance 1174 km |
Average train duration 18h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €373 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 30h 52m |
First train 05:53 |
Last train 17:25 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Eurostar from Brussels to Rome trainsIntercity Notte, Eurostar trains will get you between Brussels and Rome from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Brussels to Rome
Passengers wishing to visit numerous cities in Europe can take advantage of trains from Brussels to Rome. Passenger can pair up inter-city rail travel while seeing numerous European cities, before arriving in the historic city of Rome. The journey time is significant, with journeys taking upwards of 12 hours, but passengers can enjoy the picturesque views of cities such as Milan, Strasbourg and Frankfurt, depending on the route they choose. Passengers have a choice of departure stations, but services all terminate at the centrally located Rome Termini.
Which train companies travel from Brussels to Rome?
A range of companies are used to complete the Brussels to Rome route. These include ICE or Thalys trains for high-speed intercity connections. Travelers will then change to a smaller national rail provider, such as Trenitalia or Deustche Bahn. Passengers can choose whether to travel via Germany, or via France to reach Rome Termini.
How long is the train from Brussels to Rome?
Travelers can expect to spend an average of eighteen hours and seventeen minutes including at least seven changes during the journey. The fastest train takes twelve hours and forty seven minutes with at least two changes. Considering the length of the journey, passengers may opt to travel overnight, so they can sleep and arrive in Rome fresh and ready to explore the following day.
How many trains are there from Brussels to Rome?
During the weekdays at least six trains leave Brussels Midi for Rome. When booking a train, check for options such as WiFi, lunch, dinner, breakfast, and other meal options as well as activities. Some options may cost more than others while some are included in the cost of the train ticket. On weekends there are at least seven trains leaving for Brussels and arriving at Roma Termini, Rome.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Brussels to Rome?
Departure train station: Trains may depart from one of three stations in Brussels. Brussels Midi, Brussels Centrale or Brussels Nord. Brussels Midi is the busiest station, with links to trams, metro lines and intercity trains as well as high-speed Eurostar and Thalys connections. The complex itself is modern and contains a food court, cafes and chocolatiers. Brussels Centrale, as the name suggests, is the most centrally located. Brussels Nord has no metro links but can be accessed by trams.
Arrival train station: All services arrive at Roma Termini, Rome's main station, which is also Europe's largest train station. It has 29 platforms. Travelers can choose from a range of restaurants located in the Piazza dei Cinquecento, the entrance hall to the station.
FAQs: Trains from Brussels to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Brussels, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Brussels-Midi, Brussels-Central and Brussels-North. When arriving in Rome, you can end your route in train stations like Rome Termini, Rome Tiburtina and Rome Trastevere.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Brussels-Midi, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Rome Termini, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
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