The average train between Madrid and Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) takes 21h 25m and the fastest train takes 18h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid to Bruxelles-Capitale (Region). 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 Madrid and Bruxelles-Capitale (Region). The earliest departure is at 11:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) at 7:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Barcelona-Sants and take an average of 21h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Madrid to Bruxelles-Capitale (Region)? 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 Madrid to Bruxelles-Capitale (Region). However, there are services departing from Madrid station and arriving at Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) station via Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 25m.
Madrid to Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.
Madrid to Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Book your Madrid to Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros, TGV inOui and 4 other operators.
The distance between Madrid and Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) is 1,316.3 km. The road distance is 2,010 km.
You can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi via Barcelona-Sants, Paris Gare de Lyon, and Paris Nord in around 13h.