4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Brussels
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Brussels will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 10 buses that leave Amsterdam for Brussels on Mon, Nov 24, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. 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 €7, and a flight costs an average of €235.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price | €465 Average price |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Amsterdam to Brussels Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:06AM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Live departures
Amsterdam to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Brussels buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1696 | 7:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h45 | 9:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h10 | 11:25 AM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h40 | 11:25 AM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1646 | 7:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h45 | 11:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1660 | 11:25 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h45 | 3:10 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:25 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h45 | 9:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h15 | 9:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h00 | 12:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h35 | 12:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1608 | 10:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h06 | 2:06 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Brussels
Netherlands
Belgium
Buses from Amsterdam to Brussels run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 28 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, Lasta from Amsterdam to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Brussels with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, Lasta for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Amsterdam to Brussels
Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international routes. Buses from Amsterdam are offered by BlaBlaBus and Flixbus. Departures are very regular and there is usually a wait of no more than around 30 minutes between services. The average journey time is about 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours direct and buses leave from as early as around 4 a.m., with the last buses leaving Amsterdam at around 9 p.m.
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Amsterdam to Brussels Buses: General Information
- Buses are a fast and convenient way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels. Buses are usually cheaper than taking a flight or the train.
- All Amsterdam to Brussels buses are run by either Flixbus and BlaBlaBus.
- All buses are direct, depart from Amsterdam's Sloterdijk bus station and arrive at either Bruxelles Gare du Nord or Rue de France bus station.
- The Amsterdam to Brussels bus trip takes as little as 2 hours and 45 minutes to arrive in Brussels.
- Most travelers book their Amsterdam to Brussels bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Amsterdam to Brussels buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 23% cheaper to book an Amsterdam to Brussels bus ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- Amsterdam to Brussels bus tickets are 46% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.
Taking the Bus from Amsterdam
Buses from Amsterdam to Brussels may depart from one of a couple of bus stations in the city. Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station is the central rail station and has a major bus station adjacent to it from which services to Brussels depart. Amsterdam Duivendrecht Station is another option with a central Amsterdam location and is easily accessible using public transport via Duivendrecht underground station. Amsterdam's public transport network is extensive and runs for 24-hours a day.
Getting into Brussels by Bus
Brussels is a beautiful and culturally important city. Packed full of grand 19th-century palaces and churches, Brussels is also home to many major European institutions such as the European Council and the European Parliament. Visitors are likely to find lots of pubs and bars selling traditional Belgian beers - many fruit beers flavored with strawberry, raspberry and other fruits are on offer - and cafes specializing in Belgian chocolate. Buses from Amsterdam to Brussels arrive at a few different terminals throughout the city. One of these is the bus station on Rue de France, which is just a short walk from Brussels Midi train station. Brussels North Station also welcomes regular arrivals from Amsterdam and is conveniently located close to Gare du Nord metro station. The bus network in Brussels covers all of the city, whilst night buses also run on Fridays and Saturdays.
FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Brussels by bus. 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 bus, 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 Amsterdam, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), Amsterdam, Centraal Station, Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena. When arriving in Brussels, you can end your trip in bus stations like Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) and Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its opulent guildhalls and vibrant flower market
- Atomium, an iconic structure and museum offering panoramic views of the city
- Manneken Pis, a famous bronze statue symbolizing the irreverent spirit of Brussels
- Royal Palace of Brussels, the official palace of the Belgian king with impressive architecture and gardens
- Magritte Museum, dedicated to the works of surrealist artist René Magritte, featuring an extensive collection of his paintings and drawings.
- Explore the vibrant Marolles district, known for its eclectic mix of antique shops and street art
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the picturesque Parc du Cinquantenaire, home to impressive arches and museums
- Sample Belgian chocolates at one of the city's renowned chocolatiers
- Discover the lively atmosphere of the Saint-Géry district, filled with trendy bars and cafes
- Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house, showcasing world-class productions.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Amsterdam to Brussels, follow these tips:
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- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Lasta
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Brussels
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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