- Must visit
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 54 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Brussels will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 6 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Brussels on Thu, Jun 18, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct buses cover the 312 km distance in an average of 8 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest buses will take 11 h 40 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 train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $154.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price | $359 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Brussels:
A bus is $93 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Brussels costing on average $136 (€110).
A bus is $316 (€256) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Brussels costing on average $359 (€291).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 52m.
Bus takes on average 7h 7m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $77 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€28). The journey takes 7h 7m versus 4h 7m 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 01:13AM | Duration 13h48 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Brussels buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h25 | 2:35 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h05 | 2:35 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h55 | 5:20 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:25 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h55 | 6:20 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
![]() | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 7h20 | 11:55 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 4:35 AM |
Last bus 11:25 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.
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world’s largest collection of his surrealist works in a central historic setting.
Celebrated museum in an Art Nouveau building, known for its global instrument collection and audio-guided displays.
Popular cultural hill and viewpoint linking the upper and lower city, especially photogenic at sunset.
Historic covered arcade of elegant passages, shops, and architecture, often highlighted in social media imagery.
Stylish square known for antiques, refined atmosphere, and easy access to nearby churches and museums.
Brussels classic of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onions, or cream, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
Traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. A staple in Brussels brasseries.
Rustic mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat. The base preparation is a classic local side dish.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Respected restaurant specializing in carefully prepared Belgian cuisine and strong beer pairings, with a cozy, polished brasserie feel.
Well-known old-school restaurant serving generous Belgian specialties such as carbonnade, stoemp, and sausage in a rustic, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and transport are manageable, but central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; no tip is expected for bars or cafés.
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