The cheapest and fastest trains from Nijmegen to Brussels
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nijmegen to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nijmegen to Brussels will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nijmegen for Brussels on Thu, Nov 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nijmegen to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nijmegen to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 152 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€38 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nijmegen to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Nijmegen to Brussels trains for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:18 AM Nijmegen | 2h59 | 9:17 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:18 AM Nijmegen | 2h53 | 10:11 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:18 AM Nijmegen | 2h59 | 11:17 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:18 PM Nijmegen | 2h59 | 4:17 PM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Nijmegen to Brussels by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Nov 20
Nov 21
Nov 22
Nov 23
Nov 24
Nov 25
Nov 26
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nijmegen to Brussels
Trains from Nijmegen to Brussels run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Sprinter, PKP Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity from Nijmegen to Brussels trainsSprinter, PKP Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity trains will get you between Nijmegen and Brussels from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
PKP Intercity
Eurostar
EuroCity
Sprinter
FAQs: Trains from Nijmegen to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nijmegen to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Nijmegen, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Nijmegen, Nijmegen Dukenburg and Nijmegen Heyendaal. When arriving in Brussels, you can end your route in train stations like Brussels-Midi, Brussels-Central and Brussels-North.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Nijmegen, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Brussels-Midi, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nijmegen to Brussels
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stationsplein.
- Restaurant Wally
- De Hemel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Hotel Credible
- Hotel Oranjestaete
- Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 4,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Belgium, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and Sprinter services
- 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
- Chabrol Brasserie
- Winok Café
- Félix Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Progress
- Hilton Brussels City
- Hotel Siru
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Metro: Line 3, Line 4
- Tram: Line 25, Line 55
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Most popular train connections from Nijmegen
More options for your journey from Nijmegen to Brussels
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

