How to travel from Dover to Brussels

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Compare train and flight for Dover to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €46, while a flight costs an average of €521.

Distance: 134 miles (216 km)

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€46

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€521

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€73

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2h 8m

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Fastest

1h 38m

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30m

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6h 53m

Average total duration

4h 53m

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7h 40m

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7h 10m

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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Qatar Airways

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Sindbad

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Compare ways to travel from Dover to Brussels

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

The cheapest way to travel from Dover to Brussels is a train with an average price of €46.

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

A train is €27 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dover to Brussels costing on average €73.

A train is €475 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dover to Brussels costing on average €521.

The fastest way to travel from Dover to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 53m.

Bus takes on average 7h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dover and Brussels including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dover to Brussels among Omio's users.

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from Dover to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K71 (844824)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9866
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K71 (844824)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9866
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2104
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187P54 (846549) · K71 (844824)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9866
    2 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K71 (844830)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9864
    1 transfer
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K71 (844830)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9868
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2094
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2096
    0 transfers
  • SwissLX349+Brussels AirlinesLX4550
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dover to Brussels

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There are 2 options to travel between Dover and Brussels including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dover to Brussels is a train with an average price of €46.

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

A train is €27 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dover to Brussels costing on average €73.

A train is €475 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dover to Brussels costing on average €521.

The fastest way to travel from Dover to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 53m.

Bus takes on average 7h 40m.

The distance from Dover to Brussels is approximately 134 miles (216 km).
The average frequency per day from Dover to Brussels is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dover to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Calais Ville and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Harwich International Port and arrive in Port of Hoek van Holland.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dover to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Qatar Airways, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti, Indigo Airlines, Air Baltic, ITA to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with Sindbad to go to Brussels by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dover to Brussels:
  • 5 direct flights per day with British Airways, Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Dover 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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