How to travel from Rome to Brussels

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from Rome to Brussels

You can get from Rome to Brussels by train, bus or flight.

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To get from Rome to Brussels on Mar 22 we recommend taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

08:45AMRome Ciampino Airport2h10 10:55AMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
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08:45AMRome Ciampino Airport2h10 10:55AMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
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08:30AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport2h15 10:45AMBrussels Airport
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08:40PMRome Ciampino Airport2h10 10:50PMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
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10:40AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport2h15 12:55PMBrussels Airport
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Travel Information between Rome and Brussels

distanceDistance1173 km
modeAvailable travel modesCoach, flight or train
priceTicket price range€8 - €159
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • €8 • 18 h 2 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • €159 • 2 h 5 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixbus or ITA

Travel 1173 km by coach, flight or train between Rome and Brussels. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 2 h 5 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a train is the best option with prices starting as low as €8. The most popular travel providers which serve this route are Flixbus or ITA among others. Travellers can even take a direct coach or flight from Rome to Brussels.

Travel Tips: Travel from Rome to Brussels

Travel Tips: Travel to Brussels easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Brussels.
FAQs

International travel from Rome, Italy to Brussels, Belgium is: Unrestricted.

Can I enter Belgium if coming from Italy?

Entry into Belgium is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy.

Am I required to self-quarantine upon arrival to Brussels if travelling from Rome?

Conditions of entry:

  • There are no current restrictions

What measures do I need to follow in Brussels, Belgium due to the pandemic?

All travellers in Belgium must observe the following coronavirus safety measures:

  • Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/8/23; however, this can change before your date of travel so please make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your journey to Brussels from Rome.

The current restriction level for returning to Rome, Italy from Belgium is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Rome, Italy from Brussels, Belgium?

Reentering Italy is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Rome from Brussels?

  • There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in Rome, Italy regarding COVID-19?

All travellers returning to Italy must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

  • Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face masks: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/8/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Rome from Brussels here.

There are 3 travel options from Rome to Brussels: coach, flight or train.

The cheapest way from Rome to Brussels is by taking a train. You can find average ticket prices around €8 compared to other travel options to Brussels:

A train journey is usually €44 less than a journey to Brussels by coach, which costs on average €52 for the same trip.

A train journey is usually €151 less than a journey to Brussels by plane, which costs on average €159 for the same trip.

The fastest way from Rome to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 2 h 5 min.

Other travel options from Rome to Brussels can usually take longer:

In comparison, taking a coach requires on average 23 h 40 min   of travel time.

In comparison, travelling by train can take you on average 18 h 2 min.

The Rome to Brussels distance is approximately 1173 km.

The average frequency per day from Rome to Brussels is:

  • 1 coach a day.
  • 1 train a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Brussels from Rome as scheduled services by coach, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when travelling from Rome to Brussels:

  • Most travellers catch their coach from Rome, Termini and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
  • Most travellers who buy a plane ticket from Rome to Brussels depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Brussels Airport.
  • Most travellers catch their train from Roma Termini and arrive in Bruxelles-Midi.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

  • Flixbus can get you to Brussels by coach. You can find a good deal for coach tickets with Flixbus from Rome to Brussels for €52 on Omio.
  • ITA can take you to Brussels by plane. If searching for a good deal on flights, you can find tickets for ITA from Rome to Brussels for €159.

Yes, there are direct services available between Rome and Brussels with the following travel operators:

  • You can book a direct coach with.
  • You can travel directly by plane with Ryanair or ITA.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Brussels as you won't need to change in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Brussels from Rome.

Many of our customers who book a trip from Rome to Brussels often extend their holiday and travel to other popular destinations like Paris, Amsterdam or London. If you’re thinking of adding another destination to your Rome and Brussels itinerary, let Omio find you the best connections between Brussels and any of these top destinations today!

Before travelling from Rome to Brussels, it’s good to know what ticket you can buy and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:

  • The price of a coach ticket is on average €52 one way for this route.
  • The price of a plane ticket is on average €159 one way for this journey.
  • The price of a train ticket is on average €8 one way for this route.

But we recommend booking Rome to Brussels tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.

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