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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Premier fine arts complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections, essential for understanding Belgian and European art.
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Buses per day
16
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 €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 16 buses that leave Amsterdam for Brussels on Sun, Aug 23, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
4744
1608
1646
1660
1696
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4744
FlixBus
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4740Omio 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 €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 €9, and a flight costs an average of €250.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price | €354 Average price | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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 €39.
A bus is €338 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Brussels costing on average €356.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 20m.
Bus takes on average 3h 1m.
Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 51m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Lasta.
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 | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:06AM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Brussels buses for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1696 | 8:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h10 | 11:10 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h10 | 12:25 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h40 | 12:25 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1646 | 8:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h45 | 12:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1680 | 11:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h35 | 2:50 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1660 | 12:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h45 | 4:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51112 | 2:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h50 | 6:10 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4740 | 5:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h30 | 8:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h45 | 10:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51094 | 6:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h25 | 9:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h15 | 10:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4744 | 8:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h15 | 11:25 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h00 | 1:15 AM 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 | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h35 | 1:15 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 | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Brussels run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 3h 15m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
Premier fine arts complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections, essential for understanding Belgian and European art.
Dedicated to surrealist René Magritte, this popular museum presents major works and context for one of Belgium’s most celebrated artists.
Leading comic art museum in a Horta-designed building, highlighting Tintin, the Smurfs, and Belgium’s influential comics culture.
Grand square at Brussels’ heart, lined with ornate guildhalls and lively events, perfect for first-time visitors and evening atmosphere.
Large urban park with the triumphal arch, museums, and wide lawns, excellent for walking, picnics, and classic city photographs.
Popular hilltop viewpoint and garden terrace with one of the best panoramas over central Brussels, especially at sunset.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery and onion, often served with fries. A Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in mussel season.
Double-fried potato fries, traditionally served in paper cones with sauces. They are a point of national pride and central to everyday Belgian street food.
A rich beef and onion stew braised with Belgian dark beer. It is a beloved comfort dish found in traditional Brussels restaurants.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant by chef Karen Torosyan, celebrated for pâté en croûte and inventive fine dining in an intimate setting.
Elegant Belle Époque brasserie serving refined Belgian classics, seafood and game in a grand old-world dining room.
Famous casual stop for Brussels waffles with many toppings. Popular, fast-moving and central for a classic sweet local treat.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey, but dining and transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Brussels South (Gare du Midi) -> Brussels Central Station, 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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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:
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.
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.
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.

Most Amsterdam to Brussels buses use the Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) station pair, with some services arriving at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord). Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
Available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Facilities available for persons with reduced mobility.
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) is 5 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn). ATMs are available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn).
Ticket office support is available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn).
Available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn): Accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Brussels-Noord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Noord (in the station), Quick Brussels Noord (in the station), Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Noord.
Available at Brussels-Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Noord: Elevators, ramps.
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