The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeuwarden to Brussels
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeuwarden to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeuwarden to Brussels will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leeuwarden for Brussels on Fri, Dec 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeuwarden to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeuwarden to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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€45 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeuwarden to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeuwarden to Brussels trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
828 · 528 · 2028+ 9228 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h49 | 12:05 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
828 · 528 · 2028+ 9228 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h44 | 12:00 PM Brussels-North | 4 transfers | |
828 · 528 · 2028+ 9228 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h56 | 12:12 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
828 · 528 · 2028+ 9228 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 12:06 PM Brussels-Central | 4 transfers | |
828+ 9340 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 12:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9030+ 9532 | 7:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h38 | 12:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9030+ 9532+ 3962 | 7:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h55 | 12:28 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
9030+ 9532+ 3962 | 7:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 12:23 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
630 · 2832+ 9232 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h19 | 1:05 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
630 · 2030+ 9532+ 3962 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h37 | 12:23 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
630 · 2030+ 9532+ 3962 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h42 | 12:28 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
630 · 2832+ 9232 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h26 | 1:12 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
630 · 2030+ 9532 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h25 | 12:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
630 · 2832+ 9340 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h20 | 12:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
832 · 532 · 2032+ 9232 | 8:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h56 | 1:12 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
832 · 532 · 2032+ 9232 | 8:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h49 | 1:05 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
832 · 532 · 2032+ 9232 | 8:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 1:06 PM Brussels-Central | 4 transfers | |
832 · 532 · 2032+ 9232 | 8:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h44 | 1:00 PM Brussels-North | 4 transfers | |
9034+ 9536 | 8:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h38 | 1:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9034+ 9536+ 3963 | 8:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 1:23 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
9034+ 9536+ 3963 | 8:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h55 | 1:28 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
634 · 2034+ 9536 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h25 | 1:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
634 · 2034+ 9536+ 3963 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h37 | 1:23 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
634 · 2836+ 9236 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h26 | 2:12 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
634 · 2034+ 9536+ 3963 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h42 | 1:28 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
634 · 2836+ 9236 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h19 | 2:05 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
836 · 536 · 2036+ 9236 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h49 | 2:05 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
836 · 536 · 2036+ 9236 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h44 | 2:00 PM Brussels-North | 4 transfers | |
836 · 536 · 2036+ 9236 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h56 | 2:12 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
836+ 9452 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 2:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
836+ 9352 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 2:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
836 · 536 · 2036+ 9236 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 2:06 PM Brussels-Central | 4 transfers | |
9038+ 9540+ 3964 | 9:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h55 | 2:28 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
9038+ 9540+ 3964 | 9:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 2:23 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
9038+ 9540 | 9:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h38 | 2:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
638 · 2840+ 9240 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h26 | 3:12 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
638 · 2840+ 9452 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h20 | 2:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
638 · 2038+ 9540+ 3964 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h37 | 2:23 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
638 · 2038+ 9540 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h25 | 2:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
638 · 2840+ 9240 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h19 | 3:05 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
638 · 2840+ 9352 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h20 | 2:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
638 · 2038+ 9540+ 3964 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h42 | 2:28 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
840 · 540 · 2040+ 9240 | 10:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h44 | 3:00 PM Brussels-North | 4 transfers | |
840 · 540 · 2040+ 9240 | 10:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h49 | 3:05 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
840 · 540 · 2040+ 9240 | 10:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h50 | 3:06 PM Brussels-Central | 4 transfers | |
840 · 540 · 2040+ 9240 | 10:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h56 | 3:12 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
9042+ 9544+ 3965 | 10:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h48 | 3:21 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
9042+ 9544 | 10:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h38 | 3:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9042+ 9544+ 3965 | 10:33 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h53 | 3:26 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
642 · 2042+ 9544+ 3965 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h35 | 3:21 PM Brussels-Central | 3 transfers | |
642 · 2844+ 9244 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h19 | 4:05 PM Brussels-North | 2 transfers | |
642 · 2042+ 9544 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h25 | 3:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
642 · 2042+ 9544+ 3965 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 4h40 | 3:26 PM Brussels-North | 3 transfers | |
642 · 2844+ 9244 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 5h26 | 4:12 PM Brussels-Central | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeuwarden to Brussels
Trains from Leeuwarden to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn from Leeuwarden to Brussels trainsPKP Intercity, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leeuwarden and Brussels from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity
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 Leeuwarden to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeuwarden to Brussels 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeuwarden to Brussels
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Stationsweg.
- Brasserie Oranje
- Restaurant Wannee
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden
- Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café
- Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof
- Located in the main hall
- 252 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to major Dutch cities
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- 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.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
- 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
- Chabrol Brasserie
- Winok Café
- Félix Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Progress
- Hilton Brussels City
- Hotel Siru
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Metro: Line 3, Line 4
- Tram: Line 25, Line 55
- Bus: Several lines available
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