The average train between Brussels and Altenburg takes 8h 31m and the fastest train takes 7h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Altenburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Brussels and Altenburg. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Altenburg at 10:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and take an average of 8h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Brussels to Altenburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Altenburg station via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.
Brussels to Altenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Altenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Altenburg station.
Book your Brussels to Altenburg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Brussels and Altenburg is 566.9 km. The road distance is 808 km.
You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Altenburg via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt, and Leipzig Hbf in around 7h 41m.