How to travel from Brussels to Rouen

There are 3 options to travel between Brussels and Rouen including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Rouen is a train with an average price of $29 (€25).

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

A train is $17 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels to Rouen costing on average $46 (€39).

A train is $454 (€381) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Rouen costing on average $482 (€405).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Rouen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 6h 38m.

The distance from Brussels to Rouen is approximately 173 miles (279 km).

The average frequency per day from Brussels to Rouen is:

• Around 31 flights per day.
• Around 27 trains per day.
• Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels and Rouen 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 Brussels to Rouen:

• Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite.
• Buses mostly depart from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and arrive in Rouen, Avenue Champlain.

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

• Travel with Eurostar, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Rouen by train.
• Travel with Air France, Vueling, KLM, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Swiss, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air to go to Rouen by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Rouen by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Brussels to Rouen:

• 2 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines.

Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Rouen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Étretat, Le Havre, Caen, Beauvais. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rouen and these popular destinations at a great price.

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

In Rouen, you can visit Place du Vieux-Marché, a historic square where Joan of Arc was executed, and enjoy the modern church dedicated to her. Relax at Jardin des Plantes de Rouen, a botanical garden with diverse plants and themed areas. Experience Normandy's culinary delights at vibrant local markets or take a scenic walk along the Seine River for picturesque views. Explore the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, known for its Gothic architecture and Monet's paintings, and see the iconic Gros-Horloge. Discover art at Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen and stroll along Rue du Gros-Horloge. Don’t miss Panorama XXL for immersive art installations.

Typically, spending two to three days in Rouen allows visitors to explore its historic sites, such as the Rouen Cathedral and the Gros-Horloge, as well as enjoy its museums, shops, and dining options.