How to get from Amsterdam to Brussels
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Amsterdam to Brussels. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 40m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 175 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €12, on Tue, Sep 8.
This fare comes from a search on September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
175 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €198Checked Sep 8 | 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €39Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 1h 50mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €23Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 2h 35mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€198Checked Sep 840m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€39Omio catalogue, Sep 91h 50m · directSee Train details
- Bus€23Omio catalogue, Sep 92h 35m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Amsterdam to Brussels: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Amsterdam Schiphol → Brussels Airportflight
KLM·40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Amsterdam to Brussels
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€154October 2026
€154Departures from Amsterdam to Brussels
FlixBus runs 86 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:15 and the last at 22:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 86 | 01:15 | 22:35 |
| NS Inttrain | 30 | 06:04 | 21:10 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 24 | 00:00 | 23:28 |
| Eurostar/Thalystrain | 12 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
KLMAmsterdam Schiphol-Brussels AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusAmsterdam-BrusselsBook →
Eurostar/ThalysAmsterdam-BrusselsBook →On this route you travel with KLM, FlixBus, Eurostar/Thalys; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Amsterdam to Brussels works
Start with a KLM flight from Amsterdam to Brussels, about 40 min. In total it's roughly €198 over 40 min, direct, no transfers.
Amsterdam to Brussels: common questions
How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Brussels?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Brussels from Amsterdam?
About 175 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Amsterdam to Brussels cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €12 to €16. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Brussels?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 40m.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Brussels?
About 40m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Amsterdam and Brussels?
Amsterdam is AMS and Brussels is BRU, so this route is usually written AMS to BRU.
Which operators run Amsterdam to Brussels?
On this route you travel with KLM, FlixBus, Eurostar/Thalys.
Can you get from Amsterdam to Brussels without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 52m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Brussels?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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