How to travel from Dortmund to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dortmund to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $42.

Distance: 142 miles (229 km)

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Driving

$98

Average price

$43

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Cheapest

$55

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 5m

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3h 35m

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30m

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4h 38m

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4h 8m

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3h 23m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Brussels costing on average $98.

A bus is $250 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Brussels costing on average $292.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 8m.

Flight takes on average 5h 3m.

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

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from Dortmund to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM6h55
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM6h55
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH73+Brussels AirlinesLH5574
    10:35 AM3h05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $4011One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn26804 · ICE 18
    5:45 AM3h50
    Dortmund Hbf
    9:35 AMBrussels-Midi
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn26808 · ICE 316
    7:45 AM3h50
    Dortmund Hbf
    11:35 AMBrussels-Midi
    $871One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn26800 · S41 · IC 530
    3:45 AM5h20
    Dortmund Hbf
    9:05 AMBrussels-Midi
    $911One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sindbad0
    8:05 AM4h15
    Dortmund
    12:20 PMBrussels
    $661One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1703
    6:25 AM3h15
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:40 AMBrussels Airport
    $3881One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1804 · KL1707
    6:15 PM4h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3881One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1798 · KL1705
    8:15 AM6h25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    2:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $3881One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dortmund to Brussels

Travel to Brussels 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 Dortmund to Brussels.

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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 $43.

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

A bus is $55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Brussels costing on average $98.

A bus is $250 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Brussels costing on average $292.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 8m.

Flight takes on average 5h 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 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 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 FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
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.

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