How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels

There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $43 (€36).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels:

A bus is $73 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels costing on average $116 (€97).

A bus is $480 (€402) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels costing on average $522 (€437).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 14m.

Bus takes on average 7h 47m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels is approximately 196 miles (317 km).

The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels is:

• Around 27 flights per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Brussels as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels:

• Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
• Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, CFL, České dráhy, Regional-Express, VIAS Rail GmbH, Intercity, EuroCity, Regional to go to Brussels by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Brussels by bus.
• Travel with Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, KLM, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways to go to Brussels by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus.
• 6 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic.

Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.

For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.