How to travel from Leeuwarden to Brussels

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Compare bus and train for Leeuwarden to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeuwarden to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, while a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 173 miles (280 km)

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€39

Average price

€32

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Cheapest

€62

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4h 43m

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4h 13m

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30m

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5h 15m

Average total duration

4h 45m

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3h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Leeuwarden to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €32.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeuwarden to Brussels costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Leeuwarden to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeuwarden and Brussels including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeuwarden to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €23. The journey takes 4h 13m versus 3h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Leeuwarden to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:50 PM6h10
    Heerenveen
    8:00 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    171One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:50 PM6h10
    Heerenveen
    8:00 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    171One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • NS International | IC Brussel638 · 2840+Eurostar9352
    10:46 AM4h20
    Leeuwarden station
    3:06 PMBrussels-Midi
    1241One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • NS International | IC Brussel840 · 540 · 2040+EuroCity9240
    11:16 AM4h44
    Leeuwarden station
    4:00 PMBrussels-North
    321One-way
    4 transfers
  • NS International | IC Brussel828 · 528 · 2028+Intercity2034
    8:16 AM4h44
    Leeuwarden station
    1:00 PMBrussels-North
    321One-way
    4 transfers
  • NS International | IC Brussel832 · 532 · 2032+EuroCity9232
    9:16 AM4h44
    Leeuwarden station
    2:00 PMBrussels-North
    321One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:45 AM6h30
    Drachten, Ureterpvallaat (Vallaat)
    4:15 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    291One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Leeuwarden 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 Leeuwarden to Brussels.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeuwarden and Brussels including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeuwarden to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €32.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeuwarden to Brussels costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Leeuwarden to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 15m.

The distance from Leeuwarden to Brussels is approximately 173 miles (280 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeuwarden to Brussels is:
  • Around 36 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeuwarden to Brussels:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeuwarden station and arrive in Brussels-Central.
  • Buses mostly depart from Drachten, Ureterpvallaat (Vallaat) 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 Leeuwarden to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Qbuzz B.V. to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Intercity, Eurocity Direct, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Brussels by train.
Omio customers who travel from Leeuwarden 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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