How to travel from Berlin to Brussels

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Berlin to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, while a flight costs an average of $514.

Distance: 404 miles (651 km)

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Driving

$514

Average price

$155

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$59

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Cheapest

$148

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5h 27m

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Fastest

3h 27m

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2h 0m

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7h 55m

Average total duration

7h 25m

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30m

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12h 23m

Average total duration

11h 53m

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30m

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8h 43m

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2.0 - 3.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.6kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $59 (€49).

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Brussels:

A bus is $96 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Brussels costing on average $155 (€129).

A bus is $455 (€379) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Brussels costing on average $514 (€428).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 55m.

Bus takes on average 12h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 16m sooner (3h 27m by flight vs 8h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $514 (€428) compared to roughly $148 (€123) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Berlin to Brussels

How to get from Berlin to Brussels by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:18 PM11h47
    Berlin Hbf
    4:05 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:18 PM11h47
    Berlin Hbf
    4:05 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2592
    6:55 AM1h25
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    8:20 AMBrussels Airport
    $4401One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    3:19 PM12h16
    Berlin Hbf
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    3:26 PM12h09
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:32 AM14h38
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    10:10 PMBrussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin)
    $1011One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:06 PM11h59
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    4:05 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM12h26
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    12:25 PMBrussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin)
    $871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:29 PM11h36
    Berlin Spandau
    4:05 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1770 · KL1703
    6:00 AM3h50
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    9:50 AMBrussels Airport
    $3131One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1782 · KL1707
    7:15 PM3h00
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3441One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1780 · KL1707
    5:30 PM4h45
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3491One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Berlin to Brussels

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Berlin to Brussels, 40,61% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Berlin to Brussels, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Berlin to Brussels. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin 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 Berlin to Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $59 (€49).

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Brussels:

A bus is $96 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Brussels costing on average $155 (€129).

A bus is $455 (€379) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Brussels costing on average $514 (€428).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 55m.

Bus takes on average 12h 23m.

The distance from Berlin to Brussels is approximately 404 miles (651 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Brussels is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) and arrive in Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alibus, České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, Regional to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, braathens regional aviation, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Cityjet, Sas Airways, Swiss, Transavia France, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, TAP Portugal to go to Brussels by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Alibus.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin 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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