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Compare train, bus, and flight for Trier to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Trier to Brussels:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Brussels costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $194 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trier to Brussels costing on average $214 (€175).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Flight takes on average 7h 34m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.89 (€-3.18). The journey takes 4h 13m versus 3h 17m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Trier to Brussels
How to get from Trier to Brussels by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Trier to Brussels is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 AM5h05Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)4:40 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)$161One-way1 transfer
Cheapest
FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 AM5h05Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)4:40 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)$161One-way1 transfer
Fastest
LH5643+
LH55762:35 PM2h55Luxembourg Airport5:30 PMBrussels Airport$1701One-way1 transfer
Other options
10014 · ICE 3149:36 AM5h59Trier Hbf3:35 PMBrussels-Midi$781One-way1 transfer
4109 · IC 2049 · ICE 168:31 AM5h04Trier Hbf1:35 PMBrussels-Midi$861One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 AM5h30Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)6:45 AMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)$161One-way1 transfer
FlixBus3:20 PM4h05Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)7:25 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)$161One-way0 transfers
LH5643+
LH55782:35 PM6h05Luxembourg Airport8:40 PMBrussels Airport$1701One-way1 transfer
LH9529+
LH557610:25 AM7h05Luxembourg Airport5:30 PMBrussels Airport$1971One-way1 transfer
LH9529+
LH557410:25 AM3h15Luxembourg Airport1:40 PMBrussels Airport$2291One-way1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Trier to Brussels:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Brussels costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $194 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trier to Brussels costing on average $214 (€175).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Flight takes on average 7h 34m.
- Around 7 flights per day.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Trier and Brussels as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Luxembourg Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Trier Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
- Buses mostly depart from Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) and arrive in Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Brussels by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, CFL, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Luxembourg Railways (CFL) to go to Brussels by train.
- 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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