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Travel Information to Brussels from Amsterdam

distanceDistance173 km
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, coach or flight
priceTicket price range€6 - €202
cheapestCheapest modeCoach • €6 • 2 h 45 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • €202 • 45 min
carriersPopular travel companiesBlaBlaCar Bus, KLM Cityhopper or Eurostar

Travel 173 km by train, coach or flight to Brussels from Amsterdam. The most popular travel providers which serve this trip are BlaBlaCar Bus, KLM Cityhopper or Eurostar among others. Travellers can even take a direct coach, flight or train from Amsterdam to Brussels.

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from Amsterdam to Brussels

How to get from Amsterdam to Brussels by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation
bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

BlaBlaCar Bus1646
08:55AM3h45
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
12:40PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
121One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus1698
09:30PM4h40
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
02:10AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
101One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
KLM CityhopperKL1701
06:50AM0h40
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
07:30AMBrussels Airport (BRU)
6941One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Eurocity Direct9528
10:03AM2h08
Amsterdam Zuid
12:11PMBrussels-Midi
201One-way
0 transfers
Eurocity Direct9524
09:03AM2h08
Amsterdam Zuid
11:11AMBrussels-Midi
481One-way
0 transfers
Eurocity Direct9532
11:03AM2h08
Amsterdam Zuid
01:11PMBrussels-Midi
571One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus1696
08:00AM2h45
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
10:45AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
141One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:45AM3h40
Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
12:25PMBrussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin)
151One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus1680
11:15AM3h35
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
02:50PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
121One-way
0 transfers
LufthansaLH987+Brussels AirlinesLH5574
10:00AM3h40
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
01:40PMBrussels Airport (BRU)
5511One-way
1 transfer
LufthansaLH1003+Brussels AirlinesLH5572
08:00AM4h45
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
12:45PMBrussels Airport (BRU)
5511One-way
1 transfer
LufthansaLH1003+Brussels AirlinesLH5574
08:00AM5h40
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
01:40PMBrussels Airport (BRU)
5511One-way
1 transfer

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How to Travel from Amsterdam to Brussels

Travelling from the capital of the Netherlands down into the hub of the European Union is a journey that can be easily conquered by road. Despite lying in separate countries, the travel time between these two locations is deceptively short, so much so that direct flights are usually the least popular method of transport - although KLM does offer services on most days. Flixbus, Megabus and Eurolines all offer fast, cheap routes into Brussels from Amsterdam, with Thalys providing rail services.

Amsterdam to Brussels Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

£9.43

2:45 h

1 Day Before

flight

£24.86

1:51 h

1 Month Before

flight

£50.60

0:50 h

2 Months Before



Getting from Amsterdam to Brussels

Amsterdam and Brussels are well connected to one another and the journey can be done by train, bus or plane. The most popular route is by train as it often the easiest and more efficient but other options such as bus and plane are also available.


The Amsterdam to Brussels train

Which train companies run service from Amsterdam to Brussels?

When getting the Amsterdam to Brussels train are there plenty of train companies to choose from. High-speed train companies such as Thalys and Eurostar runs services between Amsterdam and Brussels as does NS International.

How long is the train journey from Amsterdam to Brussels?

The fastest time to get from Amsterdam to Brussels by train is 1h50m but it can take up to 2h53m if the journey requires a change.

How many trains are there from Amsterdam to Brussels day?

26 trains leave Amsterdam for Brussels every day. The first train leaves at 07:22 and the last train leaves Amsterdam at 21:22 and arrives in Brussels at 00:15 the next day.

What are the departure and arrival station for trains from Amsterdam to Brussels?

Departure Information: All trains from Amsterdam to Brussels trains leave from Amsterdam Centraal. Located in the centre of Amsterdam, it is easily accessible as lots of bus and tram routes finish at Amsterdam Centraal.

Arrival Information: All trains from Amsterdam to Brussels arrive into Brussels Midi, a busy train station located in the south of the city. It is well connected to the rest of the city as it is both the De Ljin bus network and the STIB, which is Brussels own Tram and Metro lines.

The Amsterdam to Brussels bus

Which bus companies run service from Amsterdam to Brussels?

Many bus companies run between Amsterdam and Brussels including Deinbus, Eurolines, Flixbus and Ouibus.

How long is the bus journey from Amsterdam to Brussels?

The fastest service is run by Flixbus and takes 2h45m, the longest direct journey takes 5h and is also run by Flixbus.

How many buses are there from Amsterdam to Brussels day?

There are around 44 buses from Amsterdam to Brussels every day. The first Amsterdam to Brussels bus leaves at 07:00 with the last leaving Amsterdam at 22:00 and arriving at 02:55 in the morning the next day.

What are the departure and arrival station for buses from Amsterdam to Brussels?

Departure Information: Most buses leave from Amsterdam Sloterdijk, which is located to the west of Amsterdam Centraal. It is on Metro line 50 as well as on certain bus and tram lines.

Arrival Information: Most buses arrive in Brussels Gare du Nord located in the Schaerbeek area. It is on tram lines 3 and 4 so it easy to access the rest of the city. Some buses to terminate at other locations throughout the city so it is best to double check before you travel.

The Amsterdam to Brussels plane

Getting the plane from Amsterdam to Brussels is possible but is not a popular option. This is because it flying can take longer than the train due to security check- ins and transfer times. If flying direct the flight can take 50m. Planes leave from Amersterdam Schipol airport and land into Brussels Airport, which is around a 30 minute train journey to the centre of Brussels.

What is the best way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels?

Cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels is on the bus. All buses from Amsterdam into the Belgian capital are direct, with travellers able to choose from a variety of providers. Eurolines often offer the quickest route into Brussels, with travel time on their afternoon and evening service taking as little as two-and-a-half hours. Flixbus and Megabus provide fast routes that rarely exceed three hours of travel time, leaving at various points throughout the morning, afternoon and evening. The final service of the day usually leaves at 11:00 p.m. and is run by Megabus.

Fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels

When you account for check-in and waiting times for flights, the train is the quickest option for travel from Amsterdam to Brussels. Both Thalys and International offer direct rail routes into the Belgian capital at several points throughout the day. Total travel time rarely exceeds two hours, although services can stop as early as 5:17 p.m. on some days.

Most popular way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels

The most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Brussels is on the train. The relatively short distance between the two capitals means that flying is actually the least popular choice.

All travel companies: All Airlines, Train and Coach Companies from Amsterdam to Brussels

Travel from Amsterdam to Brussels on FlixBus, KLM and Lufthansa travel with Omio. When comparing timetables and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

European Sleeper is a Belgian-Dutch train company launched in 2021 which operates night train services between Amsterdam and Amsterdam. Germany to Belgium is connected by night train three times a week which is expected to increase to a daily service and extend to cities like Dresden and Prague. Select from seats, couchettes, and sleeper options. With the couchettes you get free drinks and power plugs, and with the sleeper option you get power plugs as well as free meals. All tickets are Flex Night meaning you can cancel up to 48 hours in advance and they are non-exchangeable.

    FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel operators, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

      KLM is the Netherlands' national carrier and offers two types of ticket for your travel between Amsterdam and Brussels: Economy and Business.

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