- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.







Cheapest price
$286
Average price
$351
Fastest journey
1h 57m
Average duration
2h 5m
Trains per day
7
Distance
320 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $134.
Distance: 172 nautical miles (320 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$292 Average price | $90 Average price Cheapest | $228 Average price | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to London:
A bus is $137 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to London costing on average $228 (€188).
A bus is $202 (€166) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to London costing on average $292 (€241).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Bus takes on average 6h 12m.
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Take a ferry from Brussels to London and enjoy the approximately 172 nautical miles (320 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00.
Distance 172 nautical miles (320 km) |
First ferry 9:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:00 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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