How to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam
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4.6Travel Information from Brussels to Amsterdam
 Distance | 107 miles (173 km) |
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 Available travel modes | Bus, train or flight |
 Ticket price range | $7 - $621 |
 Cheapest mode | Bus • $7 (€6) • 2 h 45 min |
 Fastest mode | Flight • $621 (€560) • 50 min |
 Popular travel companies | BlaBlaCar Bus, KLM Cityhopper or Eurostar |
Take a bus, train or flight to travel 107 miles (173 km) to Amsterdam from Brussels. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are BlaBlaCar Bus, KLM Cityhopper or Eurostar among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Brussels to Amsterdam.
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How to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam?
The travel route from Brussels to Amsterdam is a popular one, with many transport options available. The capitals of Belgium and The Netherlands are connected by train, bus, and plane. Multiple connections are available on a daily basis, with a travel duration ranging from 2 to 5 hours.
What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam?
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam is by bus. FlixBus and BlaBaBus offer extremely affordable bus tickets on this route. Regular direct buses have a travel time of 3 to 4 and a half hours. The faster express buses, operated by FlixBus, reach Amsterdam in 2 hours and 45 minutes. Buses depart from station Brussels-North, City Center, and Midi, depending on the operator. Keep in mind that buses don't stop at Amsterdam Central Station. Available arrival stations are Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Amsterdam Bijlmer, and Schiphol Airport. From there, public transport is available to take travelers to the city center.
What is the fastest way to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam?
The fastest way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam is by Eurostar trains. The high-speed train connection provides daily connections between Belgium and The Netherlands. The Eurostar train departing from Brussels reaches Amsterdam Central Station in less than 2 hours. Regular trains are also available and take around 3 hours. Alternately, there are many direct flights between Brussels and Amsterdam. KLM offers the fastest connection, with a flight duration of just 1 hour. Several other operators offer 2-hour direct flights. Although the flight durations are short, travelers will have to check-in at the airport 2 hours before departure. Considering check-in time and travel time from the airport to Amsterdam city center, the Eurostar train is likely to be the faster option.
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Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by train
Train travelers from Brussels to Amsterdam can choose between Eurostar trains and the regular intercity train. Eurostar runs multiple trains a day, with departure times throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening. Regular intercity trains are also widely available and depart throughout the day. The Eurostar train takes just under 2 hours, while regular trains take a little under 3 hours. Whereas the Eurostar train is the fastest option, regular train tickets are generally cheaper. All trains depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive at Amsterdam Central Station. Amsterdam Central Station is situated right in the heart of the city: many of the city's highlights are located within walking distance. Amsterdam Central Station being a major transport hub, many trams, buses, undergrounds, and ferries are available to bring travelers to other parts of the city.
Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by bus
FlixBus and BlaBlabus offer frequent daily bus connections between Brussels and Amsterdam. Buses leave throughout the day and night and offer direct connections between Brussels and Amsterdam. The departure stations are Brussels-North for FlixBus and Brussels City Center and Midi for BlaBlaBus. BlaBlaBus also offers bus services departing from Brussels Zaventem Airport, but these require a stop-over. All express buses and BlaBla buses are headed for station Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Express buses reach their destination in 2 hours and 45 minutes, while regular direct buses typically take 3 to 4 and a half hours. FlixBus also offers bus services to station Amsterdam Bijlmer and Schiphol Airport. At each arrival station, trains and buses are available to take travelers to the city center.
Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by plane
KLM has the most attractive flight deals, offering direct flights with a travel duration of approximately 1 hour. The availability of KLM flights varies depending on the travel date: it is recommended to insert specific travel dates into the Omio search engine to check the frequency and departure times of flights. Flights with other operators are also available and typically take 2 hours for direct flights. Count on a flight duration of five hours or more for flights with a stop-over. All planes fly into Schiphol Airport, which is the major airport of The Netherlands. Schiphol Airport has excellent transport connections to Amsterdam city center. The airport has its own train station, located directly below the airport, with frequent trains departing for Amsterdam city. Buses are also available.
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Thalys is a high-speed train company with trains to Amsterdam from Brussels based in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. It operates a fleet of modern, comfortable trains that travel at speeds of up to 300 km/h. Thalys offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort and Premium, each with its own set of benefits. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, a bistro car and a selection of newspapers and magazines. The most popular routes for Thalys are Paris to Brussels, Amsterdam and Cologne.
Brussels to Amsterdam travel information with Thalys:
- Average Duration: 1 h 52 min
- Cheapest Price: $109
- Thalys frequency: 6 a day
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a travel company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the travel include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Brussels to Amsterdam travel information with BlaBlaCar Bus:
- Average Duration: 3 h 20 min
- Cheapest Price: $12
- BlaBlaCar Bus frequency: 2 a day
KLM is the Netherlands' national carrier and offers two types of ticket for your travel from Brussels to Amsterdam: Economy and Business.
KLM from Brussels to Amsterdam travel information:
- Average Duration: 50 min
- Cheapest Price: $694
FAQs: Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam
There are 3 options to travel to Amsterdam from Brussels including taking a bus, train or flight.
The cheapest way to go to Amsterdam from Brussels is by taking a bus, which costs on average $7 (€6).
This is compared to other ways of getting from Brussels to Amsterdam:
Taking a bus costs $614 (€554) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $621 (€560) for the same trip.
Taking a bus costs $21 (€19) less than taking a train, which costs on average $28 (€25) for the same trip.
The quickest way to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam is by flight, which takes on average 50 min compared to other travel options that take longer:
Bus takes 2 h 45 min on average.
Train takes 1 h 55 min on average.
You should expect to travel around 107 miles (173 km) between Brussels and Amsterdam.
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Amsterdam is:
- Around 33 buses per day.
- Around 4 flights per day.
- 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Amsterdam from Brussels as scheduled services by bus, train or flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Brussels to Amsterdam:
- Most travelers take a bus from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) to Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
- Most travelers take a flight from Brussels Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
- Most travelers catch their train from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
The following travel companies offer services from Brussels to Amsterdam:
- BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus or Ourbus can take you to Amsterdam by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Ourbus from Brussels to Amsterdam for $7 (€6).
- KLM Cityhopper or KLM can take you to Amsterdam by plane. If searching for a good deal on flights, you can find tickets for KLM from Brussels to Amsterdam for $569 (€513).
- Eurostar or European Sleeper can take you to Amsterdam by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for European Sleeper from Brussels to Amsterdam for $21 (€19).
Yes, there are direct routes from Brussels to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:
- You can find 33 direct buses per day to take to Amsterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus.
- You can find 4 direct flights per day to take to Amsterdam with KLM Cityhopper.
- You can find 7 direct trains per day to take to Amsterdam with Eurostar or European Sleeper.
Direct services to Amsterdam tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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