How to travel from Dortmund to Brussels

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

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €36.

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

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Brussels costing on average €55.

A bus is €463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Brussels costing on average €499.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 43m.

Bus takes on average 6h 3m.

The distance from Dortmund to Brussels is approximately 142 miles (229 km).

The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Brussels is:

• Around 20 flights per day.
• Around 11 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
• Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).

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

• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Brussels by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, České dráhy, VIAS Rail GmbH, Regional to go to Brussels by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus to go to Brussels by bus.

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

• 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad.

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

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

In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.

For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.