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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
65
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 65 trains that leave Rotterdam Centraal for Brussels-North on Sun, Jul 19, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
922410:10 AM1h55Rotterdam Centraal12:05 PMBrussels-North$331One-way0 transfers- 922811:10 AM1h55Rotterdam Centraal1:05 PMBrussels-North$331One-way0 transfers
- 92168:10 AM1h55Rotterdam Centraal10:05 AMBrussels-North$331One-way0 transfers
- 92209:10 AM1h55Rotterdam Centraal11:05 AMBrussels-North$331One-way0 transfers
- 92361:10 PM1h55Rotterdam Centraal3:05 PMBrussels-North$331One-way0 transfers
9334+
333310:58 AM1h23Rotterdam Centraal12:21 PMBrussels-North$921One-way1 transfer- 9422+33318:58 AM1h23Rotterdam Centraal10:21 AMBrussels-North$921One-way1 transfer
- 9434+333310:58 AM1h23Rotterdam Centraal12:21 PMBrussels-North$921One-way1 transfer
- 9322+33318:58 AM1h23Rotterdam Centraal10:21 AMBrussels-North$921One-way1 transfer
- 9958+33372:58 PM1h23Rotterdam Centraal4:21 PMBrussels-North$921One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North costing on average $31 (€26).
Other travel options to Brussels-North take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
The journey is about 11m faster (1h 43m by train vs 1h 54m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($31 (€26) vs $33 (€27)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Alibus, SNCB.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 9536+3611 | 12:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 2:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9346+3335 | 12:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 2:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9236 | 1:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 3:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
 1147+9236 | 1:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 3:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9540+3612 | 1:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 3:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9240 | 2:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 4:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1151+9240 | 2:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 4:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9544+3613 | 2:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 4:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9458+3337 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 4:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9358+3337 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 4:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9244 | 3:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 5:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1155+9244 | 3:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 5:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9548+3614 | 3:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 5:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9248 | 4:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 6:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1159+9248 | 4:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 6:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9552+3615 | 4:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 6:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9252 | 5:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 7:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1163+9252 | 5:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 7:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9556+3616 | 5:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 7:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9376+3340 | 5:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 7:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9256 | 6:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 8:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1167+9256 | 6:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 8:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9560+3617 | 6:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 8:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9482+3341 | 6:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 8:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9382+3341 | 6:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 8:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9260 | 7:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 9:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1171+9260 | 7:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 9:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9564+3618 | 7:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 9:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9264 | 8:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 10:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1175+9264 | 8:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 10:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9568+3619 | 8:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 10:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9268 | 9:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 11:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1179+9268 | 9:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 11:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9572+3620 | 9:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 11:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9272 | 10:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 12:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1183+9272 | 10:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 12:05 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
| 9512+3605 | 6:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 8:20 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9212 | 7:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 9:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1123+9212 | 7:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 9:05 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9516+3606 | 7:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 9:20 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9916+3330 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 9:21 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9216 | 8:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 10:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1127+9216 | 8:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 10:05 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9520+3607 | 8:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 10:20 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9322+3331 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 10:21 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9422+3331 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 10:21 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9220 | 9:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 11:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1131+9220 | 9:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 11:05 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9524+3608 | 9:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 11:20 AM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9224 | 10:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 12:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1135+9224 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 12:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9528+3609 | 10:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 12:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9434+3333 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 12:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9334+3333 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 12:21 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9228 | 11:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 1:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1139+9228 | 11:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 1:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9532+3610 | 11:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h38 | 1:20 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
| 9232 | 12:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 2:05 PM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1143+9232 | 12:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h50 | 2:05 PM Brussels-North | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North
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Trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Alibus, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North trainsEuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Alibus, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Rotterdam Centraal and Brussels-North from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North 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-North, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North
Most Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-North trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Bruxelles-Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam Centraal and Brussels-North train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Getting to Brussels-Nord from Brussels city centre
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord train station facilities and services
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
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