- Must visit
Frans Hals Museum
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Haarlem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Haarlem will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 7 buses that leave Brussels for Haarlem on Wed, Aug 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.










Buses from Brussels to Haarlem run on average 47 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 47 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 47 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:48AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:01PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:19PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Haarlem buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 AM Brussels | 3h25 | 7:25 AM Haarlem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Brussels | 3h15 | 10:00 AM Haarlem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Brussels | 3h15 | 11:00 AM Haarlem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Brussels | 3h50 | 5:05 PM Haarlem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Brussels | 3h50 | 6:05 PM Haarlem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Brussels | 3h35 | 6:35 AM Haarlem | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Haarlem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Haarlem trip today.
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Museum of science in the former home of Pieter Teyler, with fossils, instruments, drawings, and a beautiful 18th-century Oval Room.
City history museum covering Haarlem’s art, civic life, and changing society. A strong overview for understanding the city beyond the canals.
Haarlem’s main square, framed by monumental buildings, markets, and terraces. The best place to start exploring the old city center.
Elegant canal street along the Spaarne with museums, historic houses, and waterside views. One of Haarlem’s most scenic walking routes.
Broad shopping street linking key central sights, lined with historic façades and local stores. Ideal for a lively walk through Haarlem.
A classic Dutch bar snack of deep-fried beef ragout in a crisp crumb coating. It is beloved in cafés and borrel culture across Haarlem.
Small fluffy Dutch pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A traditional sweet treat popular at markets, fairs, and pancake houses.
Lightly battered apple rings fried until golden, often dusted with sugar. A traditional Dutch pastry snack especially associated with colder months.
Refined fine dining restaurant with creative seasonal tasting menus and elegant service. One of Haarlem's most acclaimed special-occasion addresses.
Casual local favorite for excellent seafood, especially herring and fried fish. A practical stop to try classic Dutch fish-stall flavors.
Atmospheric brewery restaurant in a former church, known for Jopen beers and Dutch pub dishes. Lively, iconic, and very popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is manageable and prices are usually below Amsterdam.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Haarlem 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 Haarlem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Haarlem buses use the Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) to Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Haarlem 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.
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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