How to travel from Dunkirk to Brussels

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Compare train and bus for Dunkirk to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of RM13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of RM13, while a train costs an average of RM42.

Distance: 86 miles (140 km)

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Driving

RM42

Average price

RM13

Average price

Cheapest

RM26

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 9m

Average total duration

2h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

SNCF | TGV INOUI

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

The cheapest way to travel from Dunkirk to Brussels is a bus with an average price of RM13.

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

A bus is RM29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunkirk to Brussels costing on average RM42.

The fastest way to travel from Dunkirk to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dunkirk and Brussels including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dunkirk to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 29m sooner (1h 23m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around RM42 compared to roughly RM26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Dunkirk to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51800 · 50428
    6:15 AM7h40
    Dunkerque, Gare routière
    1:55 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    RM141One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51800 · 50428
    6:15 AM7h40
    Dunkerque, Gare routière
    1:55 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    RM141One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9890+TER844500
    8:00 AM1h51
    Dunkerque
    9:51 AMBrussels-Midi
    RM381One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K52 (846428) · K71 (844830)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9868
    6:39 PM2h04
    Dunkerque
    8:43 PMBrussels-Midi
    RM351One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187P70 (844702) · K71 (844834)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9882
    8:32 PM2h14
    Dunkerque
    10:46 PMBrussels-Midi
    RM351One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K70 (844900)+SNCF | TGV INOUI9809
    5:12 AM2h27
    Dunkerque
    7:39 AMBrussels-Midi
    RM351One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51802 · 50918
    11:50 AM7h30
    Dunkerque, Gare routière
    7:20 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    RM181One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51800 · 3274
    6:15 AM8h10
    Dunkerque, Gare routière
    2:25 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    RM181One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Brussels.

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There are 2 options to travel between Dunkirk and Brussels including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Dunkirk to Brussels is a bus with an average price of RM13.

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

A bus is RM29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunkirk to Brussels costing on average RM42.

The fastest way to travel from Dunkirk to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

The distance from Dunkirk to Brussels is approximately 86 miles (140 km).
The average frequency per day from Dunkirk to Brussels is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dunkirk to Brussels:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dunkerque and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dunkerque, Gare routière and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dunkirk to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Brussels by train.
Omio customers who travel from Dunkirk 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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