How to travel from Brussels to Trier

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Brussels to Trier

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Trier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, while a flight costs an average of $426.

Distance: 126 miles (203 km)

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Driving

$56

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$26

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Cheapest

$426

Average price

$49

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 44m

Average total duration

4h 14m

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30m

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4h 31m

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4h 15m

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2h 15m

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2h 0m

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3h 11m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Brussels Airlines

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

Compare ways to travel from Brussels to Trier

Compare the available ways to get from Brussels to Trier, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Trier is a bus with an average price of $26.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Trier costing on average $56.

A bus is $400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Trier costing on average $426.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Trier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 31m.

Train takes on average 4h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels and Trier including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels to Trier among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $56 compared to roughly $49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$7. The journey takes 4h 14m versus 3h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Brussels to Trier

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesLH5587+Air DolomitiLH9528
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2113 · Bus L52 · 5129
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2112 · Bus L52 · 5127
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2108 · IC 4608 · Bus L50 · 5119
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1706 · KL1713
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1704 · KL1711
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1700 · KL1709
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Brussels to Trier

Travel to Trier 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 Trier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Brussels and Trier including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Trier is a bus with an average price of $26.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Trier costing on average $56.

A bus is $400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Trier costing on average $426.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Trier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 31m.

Train takes on average 4h 44m.

The distance from Brussels to Trier is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Trier is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels and Trier 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 Trier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Trier Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) and arrive in Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Trier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Trier by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Intercity to go to Trier by train.
  • Travel with Brussels Airlines, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, British Airways, Helvetic Airways, Luxair, ITA, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa to go to Trier by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brussels to Trier:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Trier often also extend their vacation to go to Luxembourg, Paris, Cologne, Frankfurt am Main, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Trier and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Trier to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Trier, you can visit the Aula Palatina, a Roman basilica with a remarkable interior, explore the picturesque Moselle River with boat tours, and enjoy the Trier Christmas Market for traditional crafts and local delicacies. Discover the engineering marvel of the Imperial Baths and indulge in a wine tasting tour in nearby vineyards renowned for Riesling wines. Key sights include Porta Nigra, the Trier Cathedral, the Basilica of Constantine, the Roman Amphitheater, and the Karl Marx House museum.
To fully explore Trier's Roman ruins, historic sites, and museums, a stay of two to three days is recommended.

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