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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
6 h 46 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Brussels will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Brussels without transferring at least once.
IC 2442 · ICE 846 · ICE 318
FlixTrain+
FlixBus
IC 2036 · ICE 546 · ICE 10
ICE 933 · ICE 318
ICE 931 · ICE 10
ICE 599 · ICE 12
ICE 693 · ICE 318
ICE 2595 · ICE 314
ICE 691 · ICE 10
ICE 839 · ICE 12Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $234.
Distance: 349 miles (563 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $658 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg 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 Leipzig to Brussels:
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Brussels costing on average $146 (€119).
A bus is $587 (€478) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Brussels costing on average $658 (€535).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 47m.
Bus takes on average 8h 59m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (7h 47m by train vs 7h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $146 (€119) compared to roughly $128 (€104) 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 Leipzig to Brussels trains for today, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 14h41 | 1:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 839 · ICE 12 | On time 12:28 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h07 | 7:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1568 · ICE 10 | On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h08 | 9:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
IC 2036 · ICE 546 · ICE 10 | On time 1:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h53 | 9:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Leipzig to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 349 miles (563 km) distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 349 miles (563 km) |
Average train duration 7h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world’s largest collection of his surrealist works in a central historic setting.
Celebrated museum in an Art Nouveau building, known for its global instrument collection and audio-guided displays.
Popular cultural hill and viewpoint linking the upper and lower city, especially photogenic at sunset.
Historic covered arcade of elegant passages, shops, and architecture, often highlighted in social media imagery.
Stylish square known for antiques, refined atmosphere, and easy access to nearby churches and museums.
Brussels classic of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onions, or cream, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
Traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. A staple in Brussels brasseries.
Rustic mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat. The base preparation is a classic local side dish.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Respected restaurant specializing in carefully prepared Belgian cuisine and strong beer pairings, with a cozy, polished brasserie feel.
Well-known old-school restaurant serving generous Belgian specialties such as carbonnade, stoemp, and sausage in a rustic, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and transport are manageable, but central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; no tip is expected for bars or cafés.
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