The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rotterdam to Brussels
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Brussels will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rotterdam for Brussels every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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1608
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1608Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rotterdam to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train 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 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 120 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$16 Average Price Cheapest | $42 Average Price |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rotterdam to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Brussels coaches for today, Friday, 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4744 | 8:10 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h15 | 10:25 pm Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
1608 | 11:46 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h20 | 2:06 am Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Brussels
Buses from Rotterdam to Brussels run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 120 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 120 km |
Average bus duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 00:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, Lasta from Rotterdam to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Brussels with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, Lasta for as low as $9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Brussels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Brussels by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Rotterdam, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), Rotterdam, Zuidplein and Rotterdam Centraal. When arriving in Brussels, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Brussels
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 272, 471 Train: IC, S2, S4
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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