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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
$126
Average price
$262
Fastest journey
7 h 49 m
Average duration
7 h 51 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
602 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Brussels will cost around $262 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Brussels without transferring at least once.
ICE 618 · ICE 18
ICE 820 · ICE 16
ICE 510 · ICE 920 · 10311 · S41
ICE 628 · S6 · ICE 12
ICE 620 · S6 · ICE 318
ICE 722 · S6 · ICE 14
ICE 628 · S6 · ICE 12
ICE 620 · S6 · ICE 318
ICE 820 · ICE 16
ICE 726 · ICE 314Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. 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 $53, and a flight costs an average of $245.
Distance: 374 miles (602 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$210 Average price | $391 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg 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 Munich to Brussels:
A bus is $131 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Brussels costing on average $210 (€170).
A bus is $313 (€253) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Brussels costing on average $391 (€317).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 52m.
Bus takes on average 10h 0m.
Tickets start at around $210 (€170) compared to roughly $101 (€82) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-109.05 (€-88.31). The journey takes 8h 52m versus 8h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 · ICE 18 | On time 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 9h34 | 9:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 820 · ICE 16 | On time 5:44 AM Munich Hbf | 7h51 | 1:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1012 · 26414 · 18934 · IC 536 | On time 6:20 AM Munich Hbf | 8h43 | 3:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 726 · ICE 314 | On time 7:42 AM Munich Hbf | 7h53 | 3:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1010 · 26418 · 18942 · IC 538 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 8h44 | 5:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 610 · ICE 14 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h07 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 722 · S6 · ICE 14 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 7h49 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 518 · ICE 12 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h07 | 7:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 628 · S6 · ICE 12 | On time 11:45 AM Munich Hbf | 7h50 | 7:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 622 · ICE 10 | On time 2:45 PM Munich Hbf | 8h19 | 11:04 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 · ICE 318 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 8h07 | 11:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
ICE 620 · S6 · ICE 318 | On time 3:45 PM Munich Hbf | 7h50 | 11:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
ICE 912 · 26434 · 18978 · IC 527 | On time 4:20 PM Munich Hbf | 13h40 | 6:00 AM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
ICE 528 · 20094 · 10345 · 18978 | On time 4:44 PM Munich Hbf | 13h16 | 6:00 AM Brussels-Midi | 4 transfers | |
ICE 510 · ICE 920 · 10311 · S41 | 7:28 PM Munich Hbf | 13h32 | 9:00 AM Brussels-Midi | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Munich to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€76) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 374 miles (602 km) distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 374 miles (602 km) |
Average train duration 8h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€76) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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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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