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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a train costs an average of €373.

Distance: 817 miles (1316 km)

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Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€382 Average price	€301 Average price	€97 Average price Cheapest
15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	22h 14m Average total duration 21h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	3.9 - 7.9kg CO2 emissions	1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest
	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Madrid to Brussels?

The best time to book your train from Madrid to Brussels is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Madrid to Brussels route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Brussels per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Madrid to Brussels.

Trains

from $25

Buses

from $93

Flights

from $304

Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Brussels

Spain

Belgium

Trains from Madrid to Brussels run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $464 (€373) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $50 (€40)

Distance

817 miles (1316 km)

Average train duration

15h 15m

Cheapest ticket price

$464 (€373)

Trains per day

Fastest train

11h 37m

First train

06:00

Last train

10:17

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $50 (€40)

Train providers: Renfe, Renfe (3) and Renfe-SNCF from Madrid to Brussels trains

Travel on Renfe, Renfe (3) and Renfe-SNCF trains to Brussels from Madrid at great prices. Omio finds you train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies all in one place.

Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

Renfe-SNCF is a joint venture between Spain's Renfe and France's SNCF, offering high-speed rail services between the two countries. The trains run at speeds of up to 300 km/h, with departures every two hours. Renfe-SNCF offers three types of trains: the AVE, the TGV and the EuroMed. The AVE is the fastest, with a journey time of just over three hours between Madrid and Paris. The TGV is slightly slower, but still offers a comfortable journey. The EuroMed is the slowest, but is the most affordable option. Renfe-SNCF offers a range of ticket types, including single, return and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe-SNCF are Madrid to Paris, Barcelona to Marseille and Madrid to Lyon.

FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Brussels

FAQs: Travel by train from Madrid to Brussels easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Brussels.

Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Brussels can start from as little as $636 (€511) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Madrid to Brussels is $636 (€511); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Madrid to Brussels train travel time is 11 h 47 min for the 816 mile (1316 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Madrid to Brussels leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Madrid to Brussels leaves at 9: 10 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Madrid to Brussels which require at least one change with AVE. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Madrid to Brussels train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with AVE. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Madrid to Brussels to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 10 PM.

You have options as you can travel to Brussels from Madrid 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.