How to travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a flight costs an average of $528.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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$63

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$20

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$528

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$45

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2h 37m

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2h 7m

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4h 3m

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3h 33m

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5h 9m

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3h 9m

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2h 55m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels:

A bus is $43 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels costing on average $63 (€53).

A bus is $509 (€425) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels costing on average $528 (€442).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

Flight takes on average 5h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 48m sooner (2h 7m by train vs 2h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $63 (€53) compared to roughly $45 (€37) 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.

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from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels

How to get from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1646
    9:25 AM3h15
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    12:40 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1646
    9:25 AM3h15
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    12:40 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1701
    6:55 AM0h40
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    7:35 AMBrussels Airport
    $8481One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • NS International | IC Brussel1848+EuroCity9248
    3:22 PM2h43
    Schiphol Airport
    6:05 PMBrussels-North
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1852+EuroCity9252
    4:22 PM2h43
    Schiphol Airport
    7:05 PMBrussels-North
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1868+EuroCity9268
    8:22 PM2h43
    Schiphol Airport
    11:05 PMBrussels-North
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:25 PM3h45
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    10:10 PMBrussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1608
    11:28 PM3h38
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    3:06 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1003+Brussels AirlinesLH5572
    8:00 AM3h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    11:50 AMBrussels Airport
    $3601One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH987+Brussels AirlinesLH5574
    8:50 AM4h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    1:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $3601One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1003+Brussels AirlinesLH5574
    8:00 AM5h40
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    1:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $3601One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels

Travel 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels.

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There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels:

A bus is $43 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels costing on average $63 (€53).

A bus is $509 (€425) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels costing on average $528 (€442).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

Flight takes on average 5h 9m.

The distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels is approximately 102 miles (165 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels is:
  • Around 59 trains per day.
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Brussels as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, KLM, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air, Cityjet, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Regional, Intercity to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
  • 4 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
  • 16 direct trains per day with Eurocity Direct, Eurostar.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.

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