How to travel from Brussels to Liège

There are 2 options to travel between Brussels and Liège including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Liège is a bus with an average price of $14.

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

A bus is $8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Liège costing on average $22.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Liège is by train with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Liège take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 21m.

The distance from Brussels to Liège is approximately 55 miles (89 km).

The average frequency per day from Brussels to Liège is:

• Around 21 trains per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brussels to Liège:

• Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Liège-Guillemins.
• Buses mostly depart from Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) and arrive in Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Liège, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB to go to Liège by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco to go to Liège by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Liège with the following travel companies:

• 20 direct trains per day with Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB.
• 11 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco.

Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Liège often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Cologne, Maastricht, Amsterdam, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Liège and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Liège to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Liège, you can explore the vibrant La Batte Market, enjoy a scenic walk along the Meuse River, and visit the Aquarium-Museum featuring aquatic life and natural history exhibits. Discover the Coteaux de la Citadelle for hiking and historical sites, and savor local cuisine at a traditional Liègeois restaurant with dishes like boulets à la Liégeoise. Don't miss La Boverie art museum, the panoramic views from Montagne de Bueren, the architectural marvel of Liège-Guillemins Railway Station, St. Paul's Cathedral with its stunning windows, and the Curtius Museum's regional archaeology exhibits.

To fully explore Liège's key attractions, indulge in its culinary offerings, and enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.