The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€38
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€81
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 17
11
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central without transferring at least 2 times.
26832 · ICE 318 · IC 45448:40 PM2h57Düsseldorf Hbf11:37 PMBrussels-Central€381One-way2 transfers
26410 · 18926 · IC 5349:21 AM3h37Düsseldorf Hbf12:58 PMBrussels-Central€631One-way2 transfers
26430 · 18966 · IC 5447:21 PM3h37Düsseldorf Hbf10:58 PMBrussels-Central€631One-way2 transfers
28519 · ICE 310 · IC 36371:58 PM2h45Düsseldorf Hbf4:43 PMBrussels-Central€661One-way2 transfers
28513 · ICE 16 · R 398410:58 AM2h36Düsseldorf Hbf1:34 PMBrussels-Central€941One-way2 transfers
28513 · ICE 16 · R 398410:58 AM2h36Düsseldorf Hbf1:34 PMBrussels-Central€941One-way2 transfers
28509 · ICE 316 · R 39828:58 AM2h36Düsseldorf Hbf11:34 AMBrussels-Central€941One-way2 transfers
28517 · ICE 314 · R 398612:58 PM2h36Düsseldorf Hbf3:34 PMBrussels-Central€941One-way2 transfers
28521 · ICE 14 · R 39882:58 PM2h36Düsseldorf Hbf5:34 PMBrussels-Central€1001One-way2 transfers
28525 · ICE 12 · R 39904:58 PM2h36Düsseldorf Hbf7:34 PMBrussels-Central€941One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €474.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€74 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €474 Average price | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central:
A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central costing on average €74.
A bus is €447 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central costing on average €474.
Other travel options to Brussels-Central take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 39m.
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
Tickets start at around €74 compared to roughly €38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-35.69. The journey takes 2h 39m versus 2h 18m 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.
Live departures
Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
28505 · ICE 18 · R 3980 | 6:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 9:34 AM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
28509 · ICE 316 · R 3982 | 8:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 11:34 AM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
26410 · 18926 · IC 534 | 9:21 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h37 | 12:58 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
28513 · ICE 16 · R 3984 | 10:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 1:34 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
28517 · ICE 314 · R 3986 | 12:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 3:34 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
28519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 | 1:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h45 | 4:43 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
28521 · ICE 14 · R 3988 | 2:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 5:34 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
28525 · ICE 12 · R 3990 | 4:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 7:34 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
28529 · ICE 10 · R 3992 | 6:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 9:34 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
26430 · 18966 · IC 544 | 7:21 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h37 | 10:58 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
26832 · ICE 318 · IC 4544 | 8:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h57 | 11:37 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central
Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 09:10. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 9:10 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf Hbf and Brussels-Central from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels-Central, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central
Most Düsseldorf Hbf to Brussels-Central trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf Hbf and Brussels-Central train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
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