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 zł79 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. 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 zł79, while a train costs an average of zł204.

Distance: 126 miles (203 km)

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zł204

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zł79

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zł191

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4h 43m

Average total duration

4h 13m

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4h 2m

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3h 32m

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3h 11m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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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 Trier is a bus with an average price of zł79.

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

A bus is zł132 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Trier costing on average zł211.

A bus is zł887 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Trier costing on average zł966.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Trier is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 38m.

Flight takes on average 7h 14m.

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 zł211 compared to roughly zł191 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-20.13. The journey takes 4h 8m 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
    10:15 AM4h20
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    2:35 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    811One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:15 AM4h20
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    2:35 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    811One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesLH5573+Air DolomitiLH5644
    2:25 PM3h15
    Brussels Airport
    5:40 PMLuxembourg Airport
    13431One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2111 · Bus L32
    11:18 AM5h03
    Brussels-Midi
    4:21 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2112 · Bus L32
    12:18 PM5h03
    Brussels-Midi
    5:21 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 · ICE 25
    12:20 AM10h10
    Brussels-Midi
    10:30 AMTrier Hbf
    2251One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 PM6h00
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    2:30 AMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1706 · KL1715
    3:10 PM7h15
    Brussels Airport
    10:25 PMLuxembourg Airport
    12601One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5587+Air DolomitiLH9528
    6:20 AM3h20
    Brussels Airport
    9:40 AMLuxembourg Airport
    13431One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5589+Air DolomitiLH5646
    7:30 PM3h25
    Brussels Airport
    10:55 PMLuxembourg Airport
    13431One-way
    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.

FAQs
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 zł106.

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

A bus is zł97 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Trier costing on average zł204.

A bus is zł1532 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Trier costing on average zł1638.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Trier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 30m.

Train takes on average 4h 43m.

The distance from Brussels to Trier is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Trier is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 7 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:
  • 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).
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
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, BlaBlaCar to go to Trier by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, SNCB to go to Trier by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brussels to Trier:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Trier often also extend their vacation to go to Luxembourg, Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Cologne, 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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