How to travel from Roubaix to Brussels

There are 2 options to travel between Roubaix and Brussels including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Roubaix to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €16.

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

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roubaix to Brussels costing on average €21.

The fastest way to travel from Roubaix to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 11m.

The distance from Roubaix to Brussels is approximately 52 miles (84 km).

The average frequency per day from Roubaix to Brussels is:

• Around 27 buses per day.
• Around 16 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Roubaix to Brussels:

• Trains mostly depart from Roubaix station and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
• Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) 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 Roubaix to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Brussels by bus.
• Travel with TER | SNCF, Regional, Intercity, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCB to go to Brussels by train.

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

• 26 direct buses per day with flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.

Omio customers who travel from Roubaix 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.