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Musées royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique
Major fine arts museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and Belgian art; one of Brussels' key cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$194
Fastest journey
6 h 49 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
650 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi will cost around $194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
It's difficult to get from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi without transferring at least once.
ICE 1052 · ICE 14
ICE 946 · 26412 · ICE 16
ICE 944 · 26416 · ICE 314
ICE 642 · ICE 314
ICE 1052 · ICE 14
ICE 642 · ICE 314
ICE 944 · 26416 · ICE 314
ICE 942 · 10134 · 26420 · ICE 14
ICE 944 · 26416 · ICE 314
ICE 148 · IC 642 · IC 2042 · ECD 9544Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 403 miles (650 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $288 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi:
A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi costing on average $152 (€123).
A bus is $213 (€172) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi costing on average $288 (€232).
Other travel options to Brussels-Midi take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 27m.
Bus takes on average 11h 39m.
Tickets start at around $152 (€123) compared to roughly $150 (€121) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.16 (€-1.74). The journey takes 9h 27m versus 7h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 146 · IC 650 · IC 2050 · ECD 9552 | 10:07 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h56 | 6:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 640 · 26422 · 18950 · IC 540 | On time 10:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h14 | 7:00 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1546 · ICE 12 | On time 11:13 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h22 | 7:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 940 · 10142 · 26424 · ICE 12 | On time 11:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h49 | 7:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 144 · IC 658 · IC 2058 · ECD 9560 | 12:07 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h56 | 8:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 848 · 26428 · 18962 · IC 543 | 1:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h14 | 10:00 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 142 · IC 666 · IC 2066 · ECD 9568 | 2:07 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h56 | 10:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 546 · 26430 · 18966 · IC 544 | On time 2:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h14 | 11:00 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1544 · ICE 10 | Delayed 3:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h41 | 9:20 PM 9:20 PMBrussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1544 · ICE 10 · EC 9268 | On time 3:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h04 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1544 · ICE 10 | On time 3:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h07 | 11:20 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 846 · 26432 · ICE 318 | On time 3:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h49 | 11:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 844 · 26436 · 18978 · IC 2827 | 5:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h01 | 5:47 AM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
474+ 528 | 6:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h32 | 7:03 AM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
474 | 6:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h38 | 7:09 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 542 · 26438 · 18982 · 32005 | 6:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 13h19 | 8:05 AM Brussels-Midi | 5 transfers | |
474 | 7:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 11h39 | 7:09 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 540 · 26402 · 18910 · IC 530 | 8:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h32 | 9:05 AM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1540 · ICE 18 | On time 10:49 PM Berlin Hbf | 10h46 | 9:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 273 · ICE 1540 · ICE 18 | On time 11:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 10h07 | 9:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 946 · 26412 · ICE 16 | On time 5:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h07 | 1:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 946 · 26412 · ICE 16 | On time 5:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h07 | 1:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 240 · IC 634 · IC 2034 · ECD 9536 | Delayed 4:11 AM 6:07 AMBerlin Hbf | 8h04 | 2:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 240 · IC 634 · IC 2034 · ECD 9536 | On time 6:11 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h00 | 2:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 644 · 26414 · 18934 · IC 536 | On time 6:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h17 | 3:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1548 · ICE 314 | On time 7:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h25 | 3:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 944 · 26416 · ICE 314 | On time 7:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h49 | 3:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 944 · 26416 · ICE 314 | On time 7:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h49 | 3:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 148 · IC 642 · IC 2042 · ECD 9544 | On time 8:07 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h04 | 4:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 148 · IC 642 · IC 2042 · ECD 9544 | On time 8:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h55 | 4:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 642 · ICE 314 | On time 8:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h49 | 3:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 642 · 26418 · 18942 · IC 538 | 8:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h17 | 5:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1052 · ICE 14 | 9:12 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h23 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1052 · ICE 14 | 9:12 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h23 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 942 · 10134 · 26420 · ICE 14 | 9:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h49 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Berlin Hbf to Brussels-Midi run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:00, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 403 miles (650 km) distance in 6h 49m.
Distance 403 miles (650 km) |
Average train duration 9h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 49m |
First train 2:00 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
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Major fine arts museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and Belgian art; one of Brussels' key cultural institutions.
Leading collection devoted to René Magritte, showcasing surrealist masterpieces in the heart of Brussels' museum district.
Accessible museum on Belgium's history and society, useful for visitors wanting context before exploring the city.
Historic covered shopping arcade with elegant architecture, ideal for strolling and one of Brussels' most photogenic interiors.
Landscaped gardens and terrace with one of the best postcard views in central Brussels.
Refined historic neighborhood known for antiques, architecture, and a relaxed atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and aromatics, served with fries. A Belgian brasserie classic strongly associated with Brussels dining.
Traditional Belgian beef stew slowly cooked with dark beer and onions, often slightly sweet-sour. A staple comfort dish in Brussels and across Belgium.
A rustic mashed potato dish mixed with seasonal vegetables such as carrots or leeks, commonly served with sausage. It is a classic Brussels comfort food.
Famous traditional lambic brewery and tasting venue in Anderlecht, celebrated for authentic gueuze and kriek in a historic setting.
Historic fine-dining institution near Bruxelles-Midi, known for refined Belgian-French cuisine and elegant Art Nouveau surroundings.
Popular, established brasserie loved for generous portions of carbonnade, stoemp, and other Belgian comfort dishes in a lively setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: casual meals and coffee are manageable, but hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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