How to travel from Brussels to Schiphol

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Brussels to Schiphol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. 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 $18, while a train costs an average of $42.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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$42

Average price

$18

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Cheapest

$48

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2h 41m

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Fastest

2h 11m

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3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

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2h 37m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Eurocity Direct

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Schiphol is a bus with an average price of $18.

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

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Schiphol costing on average $42.

A bus is $292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Schiphol costing on average $310.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Schiphol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Schiphol take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 55m.

Flight takes on average 5h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels and Schiphol including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels to Schiphol among Omio's users.

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from Brussels to Schiphol

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1661
    3:20 PM3h20
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    6:40 PMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1661
    3:20 PM3h20
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    6:40 PMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1700
    6:20 AM0h50
    Brussels Airport
    7:10 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $8231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9497
    6:53 AM1h40
    Brussels-Midi
    8:33 AMSchiphol Airport
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • EuroCity9231+NS International | IC Brussel1849
    10:55 AM2h42
    Brussels-North
    1:37 PMSchiphol Airport
    $481One-way
    1 transfer
  • EuroCity9227+NS International | IC Brussel1845
    9:55 AM2h42
    Brussels-North
    12:37 PMSchiphol Airport
    $481One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1613
    2:48 AM3h37
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    6:25 AMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1699
    1:25 AM4h05
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    5:30 AMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5585+LufthansaLH2304
    9:35 AM5h25
    Brussels Airport
    3:00 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $3451One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5585+LufthansaLH2306
    9:35 AM6h45
    Brussels Airport
    4:20 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $3451One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5573+LufthansaLH996
    2:25 PM3h15
    Brussels Airport
    5:40 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $3621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Brussels to Schiphol

Travel to Schiphol 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 Brussels to Schiphol.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Brussels and Schiphol including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Schiphol is a bus with an average price of $18.

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

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Schiphol costing on average $42.

A bus is $292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Schiphol costing on average $310.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Schiphol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Schiphol take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 55m.

Flight takes on average 5h 4m.

The distance from Brussels to Schiphol is approximately 102 miles (165 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Schiphol is:
  • Around 39 trains per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels and Schiphol 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 Schiphol:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Schiphol Airport.
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Schiphol, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Schiphol by bus.
  • Travel with Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, EuroCity, Intercity, Alibus to go to Schiphol by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Schiphol with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 16 direct trains per day with Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Alibus.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Schiphol often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Groningen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Schiphol and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Schiphol to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
At Schiphol, visitors can enjoy the Schiphol Behind the Scenes tour for an inside look at airport operations, relax at the XpresSpa, and watch a movie at the Airport Library. For entertainment, try your luck at Holland Casino Schiphol or find tranquility at the Meditation Centre. Notable sights include the Rijksmuseum Schiphol, Airport Park, Panorama Terrace, and the NEMO Science Museum Schiphol. Schiphol Plaza offers shopping and dining with a variety of international brands and eateries.
The amount of time you need at Schiphol Airport typically depends on your travel plans. For connecting flights, a layover of 2 to 3 hours is generally sufficient. If exploring the airport's amenities, a few hours can provide a pleasant experience.

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