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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€73
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€83
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
28509 · ICE 316 · IC 23088:58 AM2h47Düsseldorf Hbf11:45 AMBrussels National Airport€731One-way2 transfers- 28513 · ICE 16 · IC 231010:58 AM2h47Düsseldorf Hbf1:45 PMBrussels National Airport€941One-way2 transfers
- 28509 · ICE 316 · IC 23088:58 AM2h47Düsseldorf Hbf11:45 AMBrussels National Airport€731One-way2 transfers
- 28513 · ICE 16 · IC 231010:58 AM2h47Düsseldorf Hbf1:45 PMBrussels National Airport€941One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, while a flight costs an average of €504.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€80 Average price | €504 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport:
A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport costing on average €80.
A bus is €474 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport costing on average €504.
Other travel options to Brussels Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 48m.
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around €80 compared to roughly €32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-47.62. The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 8m 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 to Brussels Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28505 · ICE 18 · IC 2306 | 6:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h48 | 9:46 AM Brussels National Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 28509 · ICE 316 · IC 2308 | 8:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h47 | 11:45 AM Brussels National Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 28513 · ICE 16 · IC 2310 | 10:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h47 | 1:45 PM Brussels National Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 28517 · ICE 314 · IC 2312 | 12:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h47 | 3:45 PM Brussels National Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 28521 · ICE 14 · IC 2314 | 2:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h47 | 5:45 PM Brussels National Airport | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 09:10. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 9:10 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Brussels Airport from €19. 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.
Eurostar
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport
Most Düsseldorf to Brussels Airport trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Brussels Airport 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 Düsseldorf-Bilk from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Bilk train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf-Bilk 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: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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