The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leiden to Brussels
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leiden to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Brussels will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 8 buses that leave Leiden for Brussels every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m 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.
FlixBus21:402h50Den Haag, Centraal Station0:30Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:553h20Den Haag, Centraal Station0:15Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus15:053h35Den Haag, Centraal Station18:40Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:403h05Den Haag, Centraal Station21:45Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:303h35Den Haag, Centraal Station16:05Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£161One-way0 changes
16080:172h49Den Haag, Centraal Station3:06Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£371One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:402h50Den Haag, Centraal Station0:30Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£141One-way0 changes
166013:102h50Den Haag, Centraal Station16:00Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£171One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:403h05Den Haag, Centraal Station21:45Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:253h10Den Haag, Centraal Station2:35Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leiden to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 146 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leiden to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Brussels coaches for today, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 20:55 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h20 | 0:15 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h50 | 0:30 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:25 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h10 | 2:35 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 April | |||||
1608 | 0:17 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h49 | 3:06 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h35 | 16:05 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
1660 | 13:10 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h50 | 16:00 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:05 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h35 | 18:40 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h05 | 21:45 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Leiden to Brussels coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Qbuzz B.V. or EBS Public Transportation BV to find the best option for your trip from Leiden to Brussels.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leiden to Brussels.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Qbuzz B.V. or EBS Public Transportation BV to find the best option for your trip from Leiden to Brussels.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leiden to Brussels.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leiden to Brussels
Buses from Leiden to Brussels run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 146 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 146 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 49m |
First bus 0:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Qbuzz B.V., EBS Public Transportation BV from Leiden to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Leiden to Brussels with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Qbuzz B.V., EBS Public Transportation BV for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leiden to Brussels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leiden and Brussels
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
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