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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €286.
Distance: 173 km
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€43 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €479 Average price |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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How to get from Amsterdam to Brussels by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 16468:55 AM3h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)12:40 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€151One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- 16468:55 AM3h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)12:40 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€151One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- KL17016:55 AM0h40Amsterdam Airport Schiphol7:35 AMBrussels Airport€7011One-way0 transfers
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92729:07 PM2h58Amsterdam Centraal12:05 AMBrussels-North€411One-way1 transfer- 1852+92524:07 PM2h59Amsterdam Centraal7:06 PMBrussels-North€411One-way1 transfer
- 1848+92483:07 PM2h59Amsterdam Centraal6:06 PMBrussels-North€411One-way1 transfer
- 47405:00 PM3h30Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)8:30 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€191One-way0 transfers
- 168011:15 AM3h35Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)2:50 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€191One-way0 transfers
- 166012:15 PM3h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:00 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€191One-way0 transfers
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LH55748:50 AM4h50Amsterdam Airport Schiphol1:40 PMBrussels Airport€3351One-way1 transfer- LH1003+LH55748:00 AM5h40Amsterdam Airport Schiphol1:40 PMBrussels Airport€3351One-way1 transfer
- LH993+LH55782:40 PM6h00Amsterdam Airport Schiphol8:40 PMBrussels Airport€3351One-way1 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
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£9.43 |
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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
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.
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Brussels:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Brussels costing on average €43.
A bus is €457 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Brussels costing on average €479.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 27m.
Bus takes on average 2h 58m.
- Around 45 trains per day.
- Around 25 flights per day.
- Around 14 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Brussels as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Brussels Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Zuid and arrive in Brussels-Central.
- Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
- Travel with Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, EuroCity, Alibus, Intercity, Intercity, European Sleeper, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Brussels by train.
- Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Lasta to go to Brussels by bus.
- Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss, British Airways to go to Brussels by flight.
- 14 direct trains per day with Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, European Sleeper, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
- 14 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Lasta.
- 4 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
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