The average train between Brussels and Ruhr takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Ruhr. 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 3 hours between Brussels and Ruhr. 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 Ruhr at 4:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brussels to Ruhr? 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 Ruhr. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Ruhr station via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Brussels to Ruhr train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Ruhr train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.
The distance between Brussels and Ruhr is 178.5 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Duisburg Karlstr. via Köln Hbf, Duisburg Hbf, and Duisburg Hbf in around 2h 44m.