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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €23 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brussels-North train station station and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Brussels to Amsterdam?

The distance between Brussels and Amsterdam is 206 km. The road distance is 198.9 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Amsterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €23 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Amsterdam?

The train from Brussels-Midi to Amsterdam Centraal takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Amsterdam bus from?

Brussels to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Amsterdam train from?

Brussels to Amsterdam train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train, bus or fly from Brussels to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Brussels to Amsterdam is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €23 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €26 and takes 2h 45m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €300 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Brussels to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Brussels to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Brussels to Amsterdam train arrive?

Brussels to Amsterdam train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Amsterdam is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Brussels to Amsterdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Book your Brussels to Amsterdam train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Book your Brussels to Amsterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Amsterdam?

There are 2679+ hotels available in Amsterdam.

Can I share a ride from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels and Amsterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brussels to Amsterdam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Brussels to Amsterdam by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Amsterdam CentraalThalys
1h 57m
€23–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk810 / ...
2h 45m
€8–26
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels to Amsterdam199.6 km
2h 43m
€13
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)BRU - AMS
2h 22m
€93–298
Train via Roosendaal
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to RoosendaalEc
2. Take the train from Roosendaal to Amsterdam CentraalIntercity
3h 44m
€35–53
Drive 198.9 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Amsterdam198.9 km
2h 25m
€36–51

Brussels to Amsterdam by train

201Weekly Trains

1h 57mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Amsterdam, Netherlands?

Eurostar operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Amsterdam Centraal hourly. Tickets cost €45–120 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk hourly. Tickets cost €8–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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