How to get from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt to Brussels. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 09m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 724 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 €36, on Wed, Sep 2.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
724 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €141Checked Sep 4 | 1h 09mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €59Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 2h 52mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €21Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 5h 55mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€141Checked Sep 41h 09m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€59Omio catalogue, Sep 92h 52m · directSee Train details
- Bus€21Omio catalogue, Sep 95h 55m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Frankfurt 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.
- 1Frankfurt am Main → Brussels Airportflight1h 09m
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.
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Flight prices by day, Frankfurt to Brussels
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€72October 2026
€68Departures from Frankfurt to Brussels
FlixBus runs 37 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:05 and the last at 23:25.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 37 | 00:05 | 23:25 |
| Deutsche Bahntrain | 8 | 06:34 | 20:14 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 2 | 07:10 | 07:30 |
| DB ICEtrain | 1 | — | — |
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
On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Frankfurt to Brussels works
Start with a flight from Frankfurt to Brussels, about 1h 9m. In total it's roughly €141 over 1h 9m, direct, no transfers.
Frankfurt to Brussels: common questions
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Brussels?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 09m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Brussels from Frankfurt?
About 724 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Frankfurt to Brussels cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €141. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Brussels?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 09m.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Brussels?
About 1h 09m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Frankfurt and Brussels?
Frankfurt is FRA and Brussels is BRU, so this route is usually written FRA to BRU.
Which operators run Frankfurt to Brussels?
On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt 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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