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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
$9
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels Airport to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels Airport to Brussels will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 12 buses that leave Brussels Airport for Brussels on Wed, Jul 22, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 11 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 55 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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FlibcoOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels Airport to Brussels:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels Airport to Brussels costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Bus takes on average 29m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (29m by bus vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, De Lijn, STIB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:21PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels Airport to Brussels buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 4:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h15 | 5:20 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h05 | 7:10 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 8:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:55 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h55 | 10:50 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:45 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h30 | 1:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:10 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 4:00 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:25 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h55 | 5:20 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:40 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 6:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:20 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h05 | 9:25 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:30 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h00 | 10:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:30 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h00 | 1:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h05 | 4:10 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Brussels Airport to Brussels run on average 11 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average bus duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 10:50 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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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
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