How to travel from Duisburg to Brussels

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Duisburg to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. 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 $37, while a flight costs an average of $628.

Distance: 112 miles (181 km)

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Driving

$628

Average price

$80

Average price

$37

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Cheapest

$41

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 35m

Average total duration

2h 35m

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2h 0m

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3h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

4h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Deutsche Bahn

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

The cheapest way to travel from Duisburg to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

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

A bus is $43 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Brussels costing on average $80 (€66).

A bus is $591 (€487) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Brussels costing on average $628 (€517).

The fastest way to travel from Duisburg to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 35m.

Bus takes on average 4h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Duisburg and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Duisburg to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 35m by flight vs 2h 42m by car). Tickets start at around $628 (€517) compared to roughly $41 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Duisburg to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51121 · 50449
    6:00 PM8h25
    Duisburg
    2:25 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $331One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51121 · 50449
    6:00 PM8h25
    Duisburg
    2:25 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $331One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Eurostar9426
    7:56 AM2h39
    Duisburg Hbf
    10:35 AMBrussels-Midi
    $1401One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 2215 · ICE 318
    8:44 PM2h53
    Duisburg Hbf
    11:37 PMBrussels-Midi
    $511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn10162 · Bus RE13 · 32281 · IC 2981
    9:01 PM8h46
    Duisburg Hbf
    5:47 AMBrussels-Midi
    $791One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn28519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637
    1:42 PM3h06
    Duisburg Hbf
    4:48 PMBrussels-Midi
    $811One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1703
    6:25 AM3h15
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:40 AMBrussels Airport
    $3481One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1798 · KL1705
    8:15 AM6h25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    2:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $3781One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1705
    6:25 AM8h15
    Dusseldorf Airport
    2:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $3781One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Duisburg 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 Duisburg to Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Duisburg and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Duisburg to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

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

A bus is $43 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Brussels costing on average $80 (€66).

A bus is $591 (€487) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Brussels costing on average $628 (€517).

The fastest way to travel from Duisburg to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 35m.

Bus takes on average 4h 36m.

The distance from Duisburg to Brussels is approximately 112 miles (181 km).
The average frequency per day from Duisburg to Brussels is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Duisburg and Brussels 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 Duisburg to Brussels:
  • Trains mostly depart from Duisburg Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz and arrive in Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Duisburg to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, VIAS Rail GmbH, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, EuroCity to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Brussels by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Duisburg to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
Omio customers who travel from Duisburg 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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