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Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 8 m
Buses on 05 Sept
14
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liège to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liège to Brussels will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 14 buses from Liège to Brussels, including 14 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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FlibcoOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 89 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liège to Brussels:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège to Brussels costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 14m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 14m by bus vs 1h 15m by car) and save roughly £7 compared to fuel and tolls (£8 vs £15). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flibco, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Liège to Brussels coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 12:55 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 14:05 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
50429 | 14:05 Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 1h35 | 15:40 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 15:10 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 16:20 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 16:30 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 17:40 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
52120 | 17:55 Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 1h30 | 19:25 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 18:40 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 19:50 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 20:40 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 21:50 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
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50449 | 1:05 Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 1h20 | 2:25 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h20 | 3:25 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 3:50 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h05 | 4:55 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 5:20 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h05 | 6:25 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 6:10 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 7:20 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 9:10 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 10:20 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 10:55 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 1h10 | 12:05 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Liège to Brussels run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 89 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 89 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.
Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.
Historic square packed with ornate façades, seasonal events and evening illumination; a natural starting point for exploring the centre.
A characterful shopping arcade with glass roof, elegant details and a classic route for a refined walk in the centre.
Landscaped hill with gardens, fountains and one of Brussels’ most rewarding skyline views near the upper town museums.
Moules-frites pairs North Sea mussels with crisp chips. It is a Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in cooler months.
Stoemp is mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting Brussels staple.
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and onion stew made with Belgian beer. It is a beloved hearty dish in Brussels cafés.
Refined Belgian dining in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, known for well-presented regional dishes and a polished atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant famed for mussels, oysters and other Belgian seafood dishes in a lively, classic brasserie setting.
Long-running brasserie serving stoemp, carbonnade and other Belgian staples in an elegant Art Nouveau-inspired dining room.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
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.
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Brussels South (Gare du Midi) -> Grand-Place, Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liège 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.

Most Liège to Brussels buses use the Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) to Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi). Use this guide to compare Liège and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Liege, Gare des Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins. ATMs are aTM is located near the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins.
Available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins: Wheelchair accessible paths and facilities available.
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) is 6 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes).
Available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Elevators, ramps.
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Brussels-Noord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Noord (in the station), Quick Brussels Noord (in the station), Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Noord.
Available at Brussels-Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Noord: Elevators, ramps.
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