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Magritte Museum
Major collection of René Magritte works in the Royal Museums complex, essential for Belgian surrealism fans.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $169.
Distance: 359 miles (579 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$230 Average price | $216 Average price | $95 Average price Cheapest | $145 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Brussels:
A bus is $122 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Brussels costing on average $216 (€178).
A bus is $136 (€112) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Brussels costing on average $230 (€189).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 55m.
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
You'll arrive about 1h 3m sooner (6h 55m by train vs 7h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $230 (€189) compared to roughly $145 (€119) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Brussels trains for today, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18910 · 884662+ 9770+ 9481 | 9:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 10h52 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
18910 · 884662+ 9770+ 9375 | 9:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 9h52 | 7:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
18910 · 884662+ 9770+ 9387 | 9:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 11h49 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
18914 · 884668+ 9774+ 9393 | 11:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 10h52 | 10:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
18914 · 884668+ 9774+ 9387 | 11:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 9h49 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
18914 · 884668+ 9774+ 9481 | 11:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 8h52 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
18918 · 884672+ 9776+ 9393 | 1:55 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 8h52 | 10:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Brussels run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $169 (€139) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:25, the last at 14:41. The fastest train covers the 359 miles (579 km) distance in 7h 36m.
Distance 359 miles (579 km) |
Average train duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $169 (€139) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 36m |
First train 11:25 AM |
Last train 2:41 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Major collection of René Magritte works in the Royal Museums complex, essential for Belgian surrealism fans.
Flagship fine arts complex with Old Masters and Belgian art, one of the city’s most important museum visits.
Celebrated museum in a landmark Art Nouveau building, known for its global instrument collection and audio-guided displays.
Landscaped cultural hill with one of the city’s best postcard views, especially popular for photos at sunset.
Historic covered shopping arcade known for elegant architecture and a polished old-world atmosphere.
Stylish square in one of Brussels’ most attractive districts, appreciated for antiques, architecture, and atmosphere.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with fries. It is one of Brussels’ most iconic brasserie dishes.
A rich Belgian beef stew slow-cooked with dark beer and onions, traditionally served with fries or bread. It is a classic comfort dish in Brussels.
A rustic mash of potatoes with seasonal vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage. The vegetable mash itself is a local staple.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine-dining addresses, offering refined Belgian-influenced cuisine in an elegant historic setting.
A respected Belgian bistro serving regional dishes and strong beer pairings, popular for authentic cooking and a cozy old-Brussels feel.
A beloved traditional restaurant known for generous portions of carbonnade, stoemp, and other Belgian comfort food in an informal atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: budget eats are manageable, but hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
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