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Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Brussels
Showing times and prices for 26 Aug
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
13 h 2 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
426 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Brussels will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £81.
Fast coaches
To travel from Leicester to Brussels you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus18:0514h15Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)9:20Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£811One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus17:4514h35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station9:20Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£821One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:5512h00Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)5:55Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£841One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:4013h15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station5:55Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£851One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:4012h40Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)18:20Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£1131One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:5512h00Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)5:55Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£841One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:4012h40Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)18:20Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£1131One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:2013h00Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station18:20Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£1141One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:4013h15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station5:55Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£851One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus18:0514h15Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)9:20Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£811One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leicester to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £180.
Distance: 426 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£99 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price | £180 Average Price |
13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Brussels coaches for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 16:45 Leicester | 14h35 | 7:20 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:40 Leicester | 14h40 | 8:20 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:05 Leicester | 13h15 | 7:20 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus as well as National Express offer coaches services from Leicester to Brussels.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Brussels.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Brussels.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Brussels
United Kingdom
Belgium
Buses from Leicester to Brussels run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 426 km distance in 12h 40m.
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 426 km |
Average bus duration 12h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
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, National Express from Leicester to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Brussels with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £45. 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 40m
Cheapest Price
£45
FlixBus frequency
3 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.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 25m
Cheapest Price
£52
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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
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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: Leicester to Brussels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Brussels can start from as little as £45 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Brussels is £99; 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 Leicester to Brussels is 12h 40m to travel the 426 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 Leicester to Brussels leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Brussels leaves at 23:30.
There are 3 coaches a day from Leicester to Brussels which require at least one change with FlixBus, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Brussels, you can count on FlixBus, National Express for the best way to get you to Brussels. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and Brussels and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Leicester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station, Loughborough, The Rushes . When arriving in Brussels , you can end your route in coach stations like Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Brussels from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 12h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Brussels is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leicester and Brussels including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Brussels:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Brussels for coach company FlixBus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to Brussels depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- 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, National Express.
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 Leicester to Brussels.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Brussels:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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 Leicester to Brussels:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Leicester 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 Leicester to Brussels with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Brussels with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Brussels with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Brussels
Most Leicester to Brussels buses use the Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) to Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Leicester
Arrival bus stations in Brussels
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre
BusX6 · 21m · £2 · every ~4 min
50 · 23m · £2 · every ~10 min
104 · 32m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
18 · 44m · every ~8 min
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
BusHop · 0m · £2 · every ~14 min
26 · 1m · every ~10 min
21 · 4m
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