- Must visit
MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Duisburg will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 4 buses that leave Brussels for Duisburg on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. 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 €14, and a flight costs an average of €111.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price | €341 Average price | €33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 2m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Brussels to Duisburg:
A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Duisburg costing on average €73.
A bus is €318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Duisburg costing on average €341.
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 57m.
Flight takes on average 7h 2m.
Tickets start at around €23 compared to roughly €33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €10. The journey takes 3h 57m versus 2h 34m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:49AM | Duration 5h34 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Duisburg buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 4h20 | 3:40 PM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 4h50 | 10:35 PM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h40 | 1:10 AM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Brussels to Duisburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Duisburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Duisburg trip today.
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Duisburg 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 Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Duisburg buses use the Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) to Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz station pair, with some services arriving at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Brussels and Duisburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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