- Must visit
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
A major complex of art museums covering Flemish masters, Old Masters, and modern art. One of Brussels' essential cultural visits for its scale and national importance.
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$243
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
797 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Brussels will cost around $243 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Brussels without transferring at least 2 times.
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L87861Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a train costs an average of $501.
Distance: 495 miles (797 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$501 Average price | $243 Average price | $139 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 22m Average total duration 19h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg 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 Glasgow to Brussels:
A bus is $104 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Brussels costing on average $243 (€196).
A bus is $362 (€292) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Brussels costing on average $501 (€404).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Bus takes on average 19h 52m.
You'll arrive about 4h 4m sooner (7h 7m by train vs 11h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $501 (€404) compared to roughly $212 (€171) 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.
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 Glasgow to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L87785+ G25682+ 9158 | 7:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 14h20 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87785+ G25682+ 9148 | 7:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 11h50 | 8:05 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87785+ G25682+ 9152 | 7:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 12h54 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
W34028+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+ 9148 | 7:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 11h29 | 8:05 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
W34028+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+ 9152 | 7:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 12h33 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
W34028+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+ 9158 | 7:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 13h59 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87797+ G08186+ 9148 | 7:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 11h20 | 8:05 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87797+ G08186+ 9158 | 7:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 13h50 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87797+ G08186+ 9152 | 7:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 12h24 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
W33903 · W34182+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+ 9158 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 13h35 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
W33903 · W34182+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+ 9148 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 11h05 | 8:05 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
W33903 · W34182+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+ 9152 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 12h09 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
L87815+ C02006+ 9152 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 11h54 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87815+ C02006+ 9148 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 10h50 | 8:05 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87815+ C02006+ 9158 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 13h20 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87838+ G80049+ 9148 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 10h05 | 8:05 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87838+ G80049+ 9158 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 12h35 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87838+ G80049+ 9152 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 11h09 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87845+ C01942+ 9158 | 9:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 12h20 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87845+ C01942+ 9158 | 9:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 12h20 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87845+ C01942+ 9152 | 9:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 10h54 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87861+ G80055+ 9152 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 10h24 | 9:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87861+ G80055+ 9158 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 11h50 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87904+ C02007+ 9158 | 11:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 10h20 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
L87904+ C02007+ 9158 | 11:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 10h20 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34172+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+ 9158 | 11:16 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 10h19 | 10:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Brussels run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $501 (€404) but you can travel from only $67 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:57. The fastest train covers the 495 miles (797 km) distance in 8h 33m.
Distance 495 miles (797 km) |
Average train duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $501 (€404) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 33m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 8:57 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
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A major complex of art museums covering Flemish masters, Old Masters, and modern art. One of Brussels' essential cultural visits for its scale and national importance.
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A beautiful 19th-century covered arcade with elegant glass roofing and historic atmosphere. It is one of the city's most photogenic and fashionable passages.
A grand urban park laid out around monumental buildings and the Cinquantenaire Arch. Ideal for a walk, photos, and combining with nearby museums.
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Popular traditional restaurant near Sainte-Catherine known for generous Belgian comfort food, beer-based stews, and an unfussy, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Beer, waffles, and transit are reasonable; hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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