How to travel from Heidelberg to Brussels

Thu, Sep 24
+ Add return
Travel by bus, train, flight with
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Lufthansa Cityline
KLM Cityhopper
Swiss
1,000+ more
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Lufthansa Cityline
KLM Cityhopper
Swiss
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Heidelberg to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, while a flight costs an average of €421.

Distance: 216 miles (349 km)

Compare flight with

Most popular
Flight
Bus
Train
Driving

€421

Average price

€46

Average price

Cheapest

€66

Average price

€71

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 44m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

9h 13m

Average total duration

8h 43m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 50m

Average total duration

4h 20m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 17m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.0 - 2.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

Brussels Airlines

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €46.

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

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Brussels costing on average €66.

A bus is €375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Brussels costing on average €421.

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 50m.

Bus takes on average 9h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Heidelberg and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Heidelberg to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 33m sooner (2h 44m by flight vs 5h 17m by car). Tickets start at around €421 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

Travel options
from Heidelberg to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    8:40 PM9h40
    Heidelberg
    6:20 AMBrussels
    291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    8:40 PM9h40
    Heidelberg
    6:20 AMBrussels
    291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:40 PM9h40
    Heidelberg
    6:20 AMBrussels
    291One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    7:40 PM9h40
    Heidelberg
    5:20 AMBrussels
    431One-way
    0 transfers

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25
Sat
Sep 26
Sun
Sep 27
Mon
Sep 28
Tue
Sep 29
Wed
Sep 30

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Heidelberg and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €46.

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

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Brussels costing on average €66.

A bus is €375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Brussels costing on average €421.

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 50m.

Bus takes on average 9h 13m.

The distance from Heidelberg to Brussels is approximately 216 miles (349 km).
The average frequency per day from Heidelberg to Brussels is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Heidelberg to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Heidelberg Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Heidelberg to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, British Airways to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Heidelberg to Brussels:
  • 5 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic.
Omio customers who travel from Heidelberg 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.
HomeTravelTravel to BelgiumTravel to BrusselsHow to travel from Heidelberg to Brussels

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone