- Must visit
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major national museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections; one of Brussels' key art institutions.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from The Hague Centraal to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague Centraal to Brussels will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 buses that leave The Hague Centraal for Brussels on Sun, May 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Sun, May 24 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.
1608
1660
FlixBus · FlixBus
1608
1660
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from The Hague Centraal to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m 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 The Hague Centraal to Brussels:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague Centraal to Brussels costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 3h 13m versus 2h 11m 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, Union Ivkoni.
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 Bus | Departure Time 12:17AM | Arrival Time 03:06AM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:17PM | Arrival Time 02:06AM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for The Hague Centraal to Brussels buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1660 | 1:10 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h50 | 4:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h35 | 10:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
1608 | 12:17 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h49 | 3:06 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from The Hague Centraal to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 23:17. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 49m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 11:17 PM |
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Major national museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections; one of Brussels' key art institutions.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world's largest collection of his works in a central historic building.
Interactive museum on Belgian history and society, useful for understanding the country beyond Brussels landmarks.
Landscaped cultural quarter and viewpoint linking upper and lower town, especially popular for skyline photos.
Elegant 19th-century glass-roofed arcade known for architecture, shopping, and frequent social media coverage.
Stylish square surrounded by historic buildings, antiques, and galleries; one of the city's most atmospheric areas.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with fries. A classic Belgian brasserie dish strongly associated with Brussels.
A rich Flemish beef and onion stew slow-cooked with Belgian beer. It is a beloved comfort dish commonly served in traditional Brussels restaurants.
A rustic mash of potatoes with seasonal vegetables such as carrots or leeks, often served as a side or with sausage. It is a staple of Brussels home cooking.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French-inspired cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Well-regarded restaurant serving traditional Belgian cuisine and a strong beer list, with a cozy atmosphere popular for carbonnade and other local specialties.
Popular casual spot known for generous portions of Belgian comfort food, including stoemp and beer-based stews, in a busy old-school dining room.
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