What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Gladbach?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Gladbach is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Gladbach?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Gladbach is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Gladbach?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Gladbach. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Gladbach, Im Flürchen via Trier, Hauptbahnhof, Schweich, Ermesgraben and Salmtal, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Gladbach?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Gladbach. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Salmtal, Bahnhof via Köln Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Brussels to Gladbach?

The distance between Brussels and Gladbach is 400 km. The road distance is 245 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Gladbach without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Gladbach without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs €65 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Gladbach?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Brussels to Gladbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Gladbach bus from?

Brussels to Gladbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Gladbach train from?

Brussels to Gladbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Gladbach?

The best way to get from Brussels to Gladbach is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs €65 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Brussels to Gladbach bus arrive?

Brussels to Gladbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Trier central train station.

Where does the Brussels to Gladbach train arrive?

Brussels to Gladbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Gladbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Gladbach is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Brussels to Gladbach.

Where can I stay near Gladbach?

There are 1012+ hotels available in Gladbach.

Brussels to Gladbach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Brussels to Gladbach by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Salmtal, Bahnhoftrain
5h 48m
€66–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Trier central train stationbus N36
7h 26m
€31–42
Drive 245 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Gladbachcar 245 km
2h 27m
€39–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Luxembourgtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Balduinsbrunnen/Hbfbus L32
6h 15m

Brussels to Gladbach by train and bus

65Weekly Services

5h 48mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399.7 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Gladbach, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany?

You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Gladbach, Im Flürchen via Köln Hbf, Koblenz Hauptbahnhof, Salmtal, Bahnhof, and Salmtal, Bahnhof in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Trier central train station once daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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