The average train between Budapest and Brussels takes 23h 32m and the fastest train takes 22h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Brussels. 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 twice daily between Budapest and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 9:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 3:55 PM which arrives into Brussels at 2:37 PM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf and take an average of 23h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Brussels? 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 Budapest to Brussels. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Brussels station via Muenchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 32m.
Budapest to Brussels train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Brussels train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Book your Budapest to Brussels train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Brussels is 1,128.9 km. The road distance is 1,502 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi via Muenchen Hbf, München Hbf, Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Koeln Messe/Deutz, and Koeln Hbf in around 14h 29m.