How to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. 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 $25, while a train costs an average of $81.

Distance: 108 miles (175 km)

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$81

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$25

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$41

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3h 24m

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3h 58m

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3h 28m

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Brussels costing on average $81 (€66).

A bus is $302 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Brussels costing on average $327 (€265).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 58m.

Flight takes on average 7h 57m.

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

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from Düsseldorf to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449
    9:45 PM4h40
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    2:25 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449
    9:45 PM4h40
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    2:25 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn26824 · ICE 12
    4:44 PM2h51
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    7:35 PMBrussels-Midi
    $551One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn26428 · ICE 10
    6:21 PM3h14
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    9:35 PMBrussels-Midi
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn26418 · 18942 · IC 538
    1:21 PM3h42
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    5:03 PMBrussels-Midi
    $771One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26430 · 18966 · IC 544
    7:21 PM3h42
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    11:03 PMBrussels-Midi
    $771One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429
    10:40 AM5h00
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    3:40 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:55 PM3h50
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    1:45 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:40 PM4h55
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1703
    6:25 AM3h15
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:40 AMBrussels Airport
    $3541One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1804 · KL1707
    6:15 PM4h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3541One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1802 · KL1707
    2:30 PM7h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3541One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Düsseldorf to Brussels

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels, 79,39% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Düsseldorf to Brussels and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Brussels.

FAQs
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 $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Brussels costing on average $81 (€66).

A bus is $302 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Brussels costing on average $327 (€265).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 58m.

Flight takes on average 7h 57m.

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 6 trains per day.
  • Around 6 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:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • 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, BlaBlaCar to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Regional-Express to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Düsseldorf to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
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.
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