How to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels

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

The cheapest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €26.

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

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels costing on average €68.

A bus is €181 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels costing on average €207.

The fastest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 59m.

Flight takes on average 7h 48m.

The distance from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is approximately 128 miles (207 km).

The average frequency per day from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is:

• Around 22 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
• Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Brussels by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Brussels by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels:

• 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Gelsenkirchen 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.