How to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Amsterdam 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 39m. 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 $517.

Distance: 107 miles (173 km)

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$53

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$849

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2h 58m

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from Brussels to Amsterdam

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51095
    8:05 AM3h35
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    11:40 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51095
    8:05 AM3h35
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    11:40 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLM CityhopperKL1702
    8:05 AM0h50
    Brussels Airport
    8:55 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $9621One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • EuroCity9227+NS International | IC Brussel1845
    9:56 AM2h49
    Brussels-North
    12:45 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • EuroCity9227+NS International | IC Brussel1845
    9:49 AM2h56
    Brussels-Central
    12:45 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • EuroCity9227+NS International | IC Brussel3545
    9:56 AM2h57
    Brussels-North
    12:53 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1657
    12:40 PM3h30
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    4:10 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4739
    8:45 AM3h15
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    12:00 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51111
    11:50 AM3h45
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    3:35 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA387 · BA442
    3:10 PM5h10
    Brussels Airport
    8:20 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $6091One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA387 · BA444
    3:10 PM6h40
    Brussels Airport
    9:50 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $6091One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA385 · BA434
    10:40 AM4h40
    Brussels Airport
    3:20 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $7161One-way
    1 transfer

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How to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam?

The travel route from Brussels to Amsterdam is a popular one, with many transport options available. The capitals of Belgium and The Netherlands are connected by train, bus, and plane. Multiple connections are available on a daily basis, with a travel duration ranging from 2 to 5 hours.

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam is by bus. FlixBus and BlaBaBus offer extremely affordable bus tickets on this route. Regular direct buses have a travel time of 3 to 4 and a half hours. The faster express buses, operated by FlixBus, reach Amsterdam in 2 hours and 45 minutes. Buses depart from station Brussels-North, City Center, and Midi, depending on the operator. Keep in mind that buses don't stop at Amsterdam Central Station. Available arrival stations are Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Amsterdam Bijlmer, and Schiphol Airport. From there, public transport is available to take travelers to the city center.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam is by Eurostar trains. The high-speed train connection provides daily connections between Belgium and The Netherlands. The Eurostar train departing from Brussels reaches Amsterdam Central Station in less than 2 hours. Regular trains are also available and take around 3 hours. Alternately, there are many direct flights between Brussels and Amsterdam. KLM offers the fastest connection, with a flight duration of just 1 hour. Several other operators offer 2-hour direct flights. Although the flight durations are short, travelers will have to check-in at the airport 2 hours before departure. Considering check-in time and travel time from the airport to Amsterdam city center, the Eurostar train is likely to be the faster option.

Find and book the best tickets from Brussels to Amsterdam with Omio

Are passengers planning on traveling from Brussels to Amsterdam and looking for the best tickets? Omio makes the process easy. The platform allows travelers to compare ticket prices, travel duration, and departure times of all modes of transport and book tickets directly through the website.

Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by train

Train travelers from Brussels to Amsterdam can choose between Eurostar trains and the regular intercity train. Eurostar runs multiple trains a day, with departure times throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening. Regular intercity trains are also widely available and depart throughout the day. The Eurostar train takes just under 2 hours, while regular trains take a little under 3 hours. Whereas the Eurostar train is the fastest option, regular train tickets are generally cheaper. All trains depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive at Amsterdam Central Station. Amsterdam Central Station is situated right in the heart of the city: many of the city's highlights are located within walking distance. Amsterdam Central Station being a major transport hub, many trams, buses, undergrounds, and ferries are available to bring travelers to other parts of the city.

Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by bus

FlixBus and BlaBlabus offer frequent daily bus connections between Brussels and Amsterdam. Buses leave throughout the day and night and offer direct connections between Brussels and Amsterdam. The departure stations are Brussels-North for FlixBus and Brussels City Center and Midi for BlaBlaBus. BlaBlaBus also offers bus services departing from Brussels Zaventem Airport, but these require a stop-over. All express buses and BlaBla buses are headed for station Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Express buses reach their destination in 2 hours and 45 minutes, while regular direct buses typically take 3 to 4 and a half hours. FlixBus also offers bus services to station Amsterdam Bijlmer and Schiphol Airport. At each arrival station, trains and buses are available to take travelers to the city center.

Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by plane

KLM has the most attractive flight deals, offering direct flights with a travel duration of approximately 1 hour. The availability of KLM flights varies depending on the travel date: it is recommended to insert specific travel dates into the Omio search engine to check the frequency and departure times of flights. Flights with other operators are also available and typically take 2 hours for direct flights. Count on a flight duration of five hours or more for flights with a stop-over. All planes fly into Schiphol Airport, which is the major airport of The Netherlands. Schiphol Airport has excellent transport connections to Amsterdam city center. The airport has its own train station, located directly below the airport, with frequent trains departing for Amsterdam city. Buses are also available.

How to get from Brussels to Amsterdam

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam, 54,85% 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 Brussels to Amsterdam 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 Brussels to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam 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 Brussels to Amsterdam.

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

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

A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Amsterdam costing on average $33 (€27).

A bus is $509 (€415) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Amsterdam costing on average $517 (€422).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 53m.

Bus takes on average 2h 45m.

The distance from Brussels to Amsterdam is approximately 107 miles (173 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 39 trains per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

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