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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Jena to Brussels
Showing times and prices for 03 Aug
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
508 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Jena to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jena to Brussels will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Jena for Brussels every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 508 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
The slowest buses will take 12 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:4512h00Jena23:45Brussels£381One-way0 changes- 12:4512h00Jena0:45Brussels£431One-way0 changes
- 12:4512h00Jena0:45Brussels£431One-way0 changes
- 11:4512h00Jena23:45Brussels£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Jena to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jena to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £166.
Distance: 508 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price | £340 Average Price |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Jena to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jena to Brussels coaches for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:45 Jena | 12h00 | 23:45 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:45 Jena | 12h00 | 0:45 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jena to Brussels
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Belgium
Buses from Jena to Brussels run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 508 km distance in 12h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 508 km |
Average bus duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus from Jena to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Jena to Brussels with FlixBus for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 0m
Cheapest Price
£32
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Complete guide to Brussels
Things to do in Brussels
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
- Recommended
Oldmasters Museum
Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.
- Recommended
Horta Museum
Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.
- Must visit
Grand-Place
Historic square packed with ornate façades, seasonal events and evening illumination; a natural starting point for exploring the centre.
- Must visit
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
A characterful shopping arcade with glass roof, elegant details and a classic route for a refined walk in the centre.
- Must visit
Mont des Arts
Landscaped hill with gardens, fountains and one of Brussels’ most rewarding skyline views near the upper town museums.
- Gluten-free
Moules-frites
Moules-frites pairs North Sea mussels with crisp chips. It is a Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in cooler months.
- Gluten-free
Stoemp
Stoemp is mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting Brussels staple.
Carbonnade flamande
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and onion stew made with Belgian beer. It is a beloved hearty dish in Brussels cafés.
Aux Armes de Bruxelles
Refined Belgian dining in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, known for well-presented regional dishes and a polished atmosphere.
Chez Léon
Traditional restaurant famed for mussels, oysters and other Belgian seafood dishes in a lively, classic brasserie setting.
Le Cirio
Long-running brasserie serving stoemp, carbonnade and other Belgian staples in an elegant Art Nouveau-inspired dining room.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.
STIB
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.70
- Day pass
- €8.50
To the city centre
Brussels South (Gare du Midi) -> Grand-Place, Brussels
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
Best option: Train to Bruxelles-Central/Brussel-Centraal
- Price
- €2.70
- Duration
- 5 min
- Contactless payment works on STIB buses, trams and metro gates. A single contactless journey costs €2.40 and the daily cap is €8.50.
- For the standard full-price urban ticket, use a Brupass 1 journey at €2.70 rather than airport or on-board variants.
FAQs: Jena to Brussels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jena to Brussels by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Jena to Brussels can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Jena to Brussels is £47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Jena to Brussels is 12h 0m to travel the 508 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Jena to Brussels leaves at 1:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Jena to Brussels leaves at 22:30.
There are 1 coaches a day from Jena to Brussels which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Jena to Brussels, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Brussels. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Jena and Brussels and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Brussels from Jena is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 12h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Jena to Brussels is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Jena and Brussels including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Jena to Brussels:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Jena to Brussels for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Jena to Brussels depends on the coach companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Jena to Brussels.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Jena to Brussels:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Jena to Brussels:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Jena to Brussels. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Jena to Brussels with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Jena to Brussels with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Jena to Brussels with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Jena and Brussels
Most Jena to Brussels buses use the Jena, Paradiesbahnhof to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels-Noord. Use this guide to compare Jena and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Jena
Arrival bus stations in Brussels
Jena, Paradiesbahnhof
City-centre transport
Getting to Jena, Paradiesbahnhof from Jena city centre
Bus431, 426, 422, 420, 410 · 3m · every ~3 min
Tram1 · 5m · every ~10 min
Which Brussels station do buses from Jena arrive at?
Buses from Jena to Brussels most often arrive at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi). Some services arrive at {secondaryArrivalStation}, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Brussels arrival station.
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)Avenue Fonsny 47, 1060 Brussels, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) from Brussels city centre
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainEuroCity · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Ice · 14m · £0.90
Bus48 · 16m · £3 · every ~9 min
Bus · 20m
FlixBus N1153 · 29m · £0.90
Subway2, 6 · 18m · £3 · every ~38 min
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) bus station facilities and services
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Brussels-NoordRue du Progres 123, 1030 Schaerbeek, Brussels, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Brussels-Noord from Brussels city centre
Brussels-Noord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainP, S3, Ec, T, Ic, Ext, L, S1, S10, S4, S2, S8 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~58 min
Bus88 · 6m · £3 · every ~10 min
R24, 728, R28 · 7m · £3 · every ~10 min
Tram4, 10 · 4m · £3 · every ~34 min
10, 4 · 5m · £3 · every ~34 min
Brussels-Noord bus station facilities and services
Brussels-Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Noord (in the station), Quick Brussels Noord (in the station), Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels-Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Noord: Elevators, ramps.
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn)
City-centre transport
Getting to Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) from Brussels city centre
Bus811 · 22m · £0.90
N18 · 24m · £3
R40, R50, R41, R60 · 33m · £3 · every ~18 min
Tram93 · 40m · £3 · every ~14 min
Subway6 · 13m · £3 · every ~20 min
6 · 22m · £4 · every ~18 min
6 · 31m · £3 · every ~18 min
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