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Musées royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique
Brussels’ major fine arts complex, known for Old Masters, Magritte, and key Belgian works. One of the city’s essential museum visits.








Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3h 15m
Average duration
4h 23m
Buses per day
8
Distance
176 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $311.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price | $508 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi costing on average $57 (€47).
A bus is $487 (€400) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi costing on average $508 (€417).
Other travel options to Brussels-Midi take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 34m.
Bus takes on average 3h 6m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $46 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€21). The journey takes 3h 6m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:06AM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:28PM | Arrival Time 03:06AM | Duration 3h38 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4740 | 5:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h30 | 8:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H) | 8h15 | 1:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
51094 | 6:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h25 | 9:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4744 | 8:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h15 | 11:25 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1698 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h40 | 2:10 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1698 | 9:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 4h15 | 2:10 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1608 | 11:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h06 | 3:06 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1608 | 11:28 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h38 | 3:06 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi run on average 46 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 45 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 46 |
Direct buses 45 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Bruxelles-Midi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bruxelles-Midi trip today.
Brussels’ major fine arts complex, known for Old Masters, Magritte, and key Belgian works. One of the city’s essential museum visits.
A leading collection dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, drawings, and archives by Belgium’s most famous surrealist artist.
A branch of the Royal Museums of Art and History set inside Brussels’ last remaining medieval city gate, with exhibits on the city’s defenses and history.
A landscaped urban viewpoint and promenade offering one of the classic panoramas over central Brussels, especially popular for photos.
A historic working-class district near Bruxelles-Midi, loved for antique shops, urban character, and a more local, less polished side of Brussels.
A lively square in the Marolles known for its daily flea market, vintage finds, and strong neighborhood atmosphere.
Mussels served with fries, one of Belgium’s most iconic meals and a classic brasserie staple in Brussels.
A traditional Belgian beef stew slowly braised with dark beer, known for its rich sweet-savory flavor.
A rustic Brussels side dish of mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or meat.
A historic fine-dining restaurant near Bruxelles-Midi, famous for refined Belgian cuisine and elegant Art Nouveau surroundings.
A well-known restaurant celebrated for moules-frites and other Belgian classics, with a polished but approachable atmosphere.
A popular traditional eatery serving generous portions of Belgian comfort food such as carbonnade and stoemp in a lively setting.
Prices are moderate by Western European standards. Budget eats are manageable, but hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; small tips are optional in cafés.
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