How to travel from Rouen to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rouen to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rouen 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 3h 54m. 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 $32, while a train costs an average of $82.

Distance: 173 miles (279 km)

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$82

Average price

$32

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Cheapest

$88

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3h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 24m

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30m

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5h 29m

Average total duration

4h 59m

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3h 58m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rouen to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $32 (€26).

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

A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Brussels costing on average $82 (€67).

A bus is $190 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Brussels costing on average $221 (€180).

The fastest way to travel from Rouen to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 29m.

Flight takes on average 10h 54m.

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

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from Rouen to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus7906 · 50337
    3:20 PM8h15
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    11:35 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus7906 · 50337
    3:20 PM8h15
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    11:35 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN3632
    8:30 AM1h00
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    9:30 AMBrussels Airport
    $2771One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER848932+SNCF | TGV INOUI9862
    11:18 AM4h22
    Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    3:40 PMBrussels-Midi
    $731One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER848922+SNCF | TGV INOUI9884
    7:19 AM3h42
    Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    11:01 AMBrussels-Midi
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER848942+SNCF | TGV INOUI9882
    6:22 PM4h24
    Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    10:46 PMBrussels-Midi
    $831One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 PM6h50
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    9:35 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $531One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:10 AM7h35
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    3:45 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $531One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:45 AM7h10
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    5:55 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY8241 · VY8980
    8:25 PM13h20
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    9:45 AMBrussels Airport
    $2331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN3634
    9:55 AM1h00
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:55 AMBrussels Airport
    $2771One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY8243 · VY8982
    10:15 AM7h10
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    5:25 PMBrussels Airport
    $2771One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rouen 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 Rouen to Brussels.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rouen and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rouen to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $32 (€26).

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

A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Brussels costing on average $82 (€67).

A bus is $190 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Brussels costing on average $221 (€180).

The fastest way to travel from Rouen to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 29m.

Flight takes on average 10h 54m.

The distance from Rouen to Brussels is approximately 173 miles (279 km).
The average frequency per day from Rouen to Brussels is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rouen 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 Rouen to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rouen, Avenue Champlain and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rouen to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Eurostar, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rouen to Brussels:
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Rouen 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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