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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major national museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections; one of Brussels' key art institutions.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hoeilaart to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hoeilaart to Brussels will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hoeilaart for Brussels on Sat, May 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hoeilaart to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hoeilaart to Brussels:
A bus is $0.52 (€0.42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hoeilaart to Brussels costing on average $4 (€3).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 31m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (31m by train vs 36m by car). Tickets start at around $4 (€3) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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 Regional, SNCB.
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 Hoeilaart to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:37 AM Hoeilaart | 0h36 | 10:13 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hoeilaart to Brussels run on average 21 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Major national museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections; one of Brussels' key art institutions.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world's largest collection of his works in a central historic building.
Interactive museum on Belgian history and society, useful for understanding the country beyond Brussels landmarks.
Landscaped cultural quarter and viewpoint linking upper and lower town, especially popular for skyline photos.
Elegant 19th-century glass-roofed arcade known for architecture, shopping, and frequent social media coverage.
Stylish square surrounded by historic buildings, antiques, and galleries; one of the city's most atmospheric areas.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with fries. A classic Belgian brasserie dish strongly associated with Brussels.
A rich Flemish beef and onion stew slow-cooked with Belgian beer. It is a beloved comfort dish commonly served in traditional Brussels restaurants.
A rustic mash of potatoes with seasonal vegetables such as carrots or leeks, often served as a side or with sausage. It is a staple of Brussels home cooking.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French-inspired cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Well-regarded restaurant serving traditional Belgian cuisine and a strong beer list, with a cozy atmosphere popular for carbonnade and other local specialties.
Popular casual spot known for generous portions of Belgian comfort food, including stoemp and beer-based stews, in a busy old-school dining room.
Compared with many other European cities, Brussels is moderately high in cost for hotels and restaurant dining, though public transport and casual food remain manageable.
Service is generally included in restaurant bills in Belgium, so tipping is not obligatory. Leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated in restaurants. In cafes and bars, rounding up or leaving
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