How to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a flight costs an average of $263.

Distance: 107 miles (173 km)

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Flight

$47

Average price

$22

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Cheapest

$520

Average price

3h 3m

Average total duration

2h 33m

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30m

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3h 26m

Average total duration

2h 56m

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4h 41m

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1h 41m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Eurocity Direct

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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KLM Cityhopper

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from Amsterdam to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1646
    08:55AM3h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    12:40PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1646
    08:55AM3h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    12:40PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLM CityhopperKL1701
    06:55AM0h40
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    07:35AMBrussels Airport
    $10241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • NS International | IC Brussel1824+EuroCity9224
    09:14AM2h51
    Amsterdam Zuid
    12:05PMBrussels-North
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1824+EuroCity9224
    09:14AM2h58
    Amsterdam Zuid
    12:12PMBrussels-Central
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1828+EuroCity9228
    10:14AM2h51
    Amsterdam Zuid
    01:05PMBrussels-North
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1696
    08:00AM2h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:45AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    08:45AM3h40
    Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    12:25PMBrussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin)
    $431One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1660
    12:15PM3h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    04:00PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • BA CityflyerBA8450+British AirwaysBA386
    07:45AM7h20
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    03:05PMBrussels Airport
    $5911One-way
    1 transfer
  • BA CityflyerBA8460+British AirwaysBA390
    01:35PM6h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    08:25PMBrussels Airport
    $6501One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA429 · BA386
    10:15AM4h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    03:05PMBrussels Airport
    $6691One-way
    1 transfer

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How to Travel from Amsterdam to Brussels

Situated just over 200 kilometers away from Amsterdam, Belgium's capital city of Brussels is convenient to reach by air, bus or train. The fastest method of travel is by high-speed train, taking only 1 hour and 50 minutes, but flights are also available. Buses take the longest at approximately 3 hours journey time.

Trains from Amsterdam to Brussels | Buses from Amsterdam to Brussels | Flights from Amsterdam to Brussels

Amsterdam to Brussels Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€10

2:45 h

2 Weeks Ahead

trains

€42

1:51 h

2 Weeks Ahead

flight

€149

0:40 h

1 Month Ahead



What is the best way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels?

Cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels


cheap

Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels. Buses traveling from Amsterdam to Brussels depart from Amsterdam's Sloterdijk bus station and take approximately 2:45 h to arrive at Brussels' Gare du Nord. Approximately 10 buses travel from Amsterdam to Brussels every day, with the first bus departing Amsterdam at 8:15 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Amsterdam to Brussels include Flixbus and Ouibus.


Fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels


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Technically, taking a flight is the fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels; however, when traveling to and from Amsterdam and Brussels' airports is taken into consideration taking a high-speed Thalys train is actually the fastest way to travel. Trains traveling from Amsterdam to Brussels depart from Amsterdam Centraal train station and arrive at Bruxelles Central train station after 2 hours of traveling. NS trains also frequently travel from Amsterdam to Brussels, taking approximately 3 hours to complete the journey.


Most popular way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels


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Taking a bus is the most popular way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels. The bus journey from Amsterdam to Brussels is considerably cheaper than taking the train or bus while only taking slightly longer to arrive in Brussels. Buses frequently depart from Amsterdam's Sloterdijk bus station and take 2:45 h to arrive at Brussels' Gare du Nord bus station. Rideshares from Amsterdam to Brussels are also popular, taking approximately 2 hours to arrive in Brussels.


How to get from Amsterdam to Brussels

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels, 55,61% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Amsterdam to Brussels and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Brussels costing on average $31 (€25).

A bus is $254 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Brussels costing on average $263 (€213).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 40m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 39m.

Bus takes on average 2h 45m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Brussels is approximately 107 miles (173 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Brussels is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 20 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Bruxelles, Gare du Nord.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Lasta to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, EuroCity, Alibus, Intercity, Intercity, European Sleeper to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss to go to Brussels by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 20 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Lasta.
  • 10 direct trains per day with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, Alibus, European Sleeper.
  • 4 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Bruges, London, Luxembourg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
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