How to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels

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

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $27 (€23).

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

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Brussels costing on average $54 (€45).

A bus is $553 (€465) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Brussels costing on average $579 (€487).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 47m.

Bus takes on average 5h 5m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Brussels is approximately 108 miles (175 km).

The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Brussels is:

• Around 19 flights per day.
• Around 11 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Brussels:

• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
• Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, 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 Düsseldorf to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Brussels by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Regional-Express, VIAS Rail GmbH, Intercity, EuroCity, Regional to go to Brussels by train.
• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Brussels by flight.

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

• 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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.