How to travel from Hamburg to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, while a flight costs an average of $326.

Distance: 305 miles (491 km)

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Driving

$142

Average price

$73

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Cheapest

$326

Average price

$115

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 18m

Average total duration

7h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 49m

Average total duration

8h 19m

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3h 57m

Average total duration

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1h 57m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 2.9kg

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $73.

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

A bus is $69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Brussels costing on average $142.

A bus is $253 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Brussels costing on average $326.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 18m.

Bus takes on average 8h 49m.

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

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from Hamburg to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 PM8h05
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    4:05 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 PM8h05
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    4:05 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1754 · KL1705
    11:50 AM2h50
    Hamburg Airport
    2:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $9881One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 103 · ICE 316
    4:41 AM6h54
    Hamburg Hbf
    11:35 AMBrussels-Midi
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 515 · ICE 1110
    5:45 AM6h41
    Hamburg Hbf
    12:26 PMBrussels-Midi
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 515 · ICE 1110 · IC 1533
    5:45 AM6h39
    Hamburg Hbf
    12:24 PMBrussels-Midi
    $801One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51112
    8:05 AM10h05
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    6:10 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    5:01 PM8h44
    Hamburg Harburg
    1:45 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1758 · KL1707
    6:35 PM3h40
    Hamburg Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3691One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2065+Brussels AirlinesLH5584
    6:20 PM4h50
    Hamburg Airport
    11:10 PMBrussels Airport
    $3991One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1752 · KL1705
    8:30 AM6h10
    Hamburg Airport
    2:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $4481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $73.

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

A bus is $69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Brussels costing on average $142.

A bus is $253 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Brussels costing on average $326.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 18m.

Bus takes on average 8h 49m.

The distance from Hamburg to Brussels is approximately 305 miles (491 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Brussels is:
  • Around 25 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Cityjet to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, metronom, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg 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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