- Must visit
Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Maidstone to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £314.
Distance: 272 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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£54 Average Price Cheapest | £314 Average Price | £277 Average Price | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Maidstone to Brussels is a coach with an average price of £54.
This is compared to other travel options from Maidstone to Brussels:
A coach is £223 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maidstone to Brussels costing on average £277.
A coach is £260 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Maidstone to Brussels costing on average £314.
The fastest way to travel from Maidstone to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 53m.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Maidstone and Brussels including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-44.91. The journey takes 7h 15m versus 4h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Why should you book Maidstone to Brussels coaches with Omio?
Sindbad operates all coaches services from Maidstone to Brussels.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Maidstone to Brussels.
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- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Maidstone to Brussels.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Maidstone to Brussels
United Kingdom
Belgium
Buses from Maidstone to Brussels run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 12:00. The fastest coach covers the 272 km distance in 6h 45m.
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 272 km |
Average bus duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 8:00 |
Last bus 12:00 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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: Sindbad from Maidstone to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Maidstone to Brussels with Sindbad for as low as £54. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Sindbad
About
Sindbad is a leading Polish bus company specializing in international coach services across Europe. Established in 1983, it has grown to operate a fleet of over 120 modern coaches, primarily Setra brand, with an average age of under three years. Sindbad connects over 400 cities in 17 countries, including popular routes to Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the Czech Republic. The company is known for its comfortable buses, which often include amenities like Wi-Fi, air conditioning, restrooms, and entertainment systems. Sindbad also employs both a driver and a pilot on each coach to ensure smooth journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Sindbad Duration
6h 45m
Cheapest Sindbad Price
£54
Sindbad frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation recommended.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require prior arrangement.
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: Maidstone to Brussels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Brussels can start from as little as £54 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Maidstone to Brussels is £54; 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 Maidstone to Brussels is 6h 45m to travel the 272 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 Maidstone to Brussels leaves at 8:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Maidstone to Brussels leaves at 12:00.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Maidstone to Brussels with Sindbad. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Maidstone to Brussels, you can count on Sindbad for the best way to get you to Brussels. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Maidstone and Brussels and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Maidstone, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Central Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Brussels from Maidstone is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Maidstone to Brussels is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Maidstone and Brussels including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Maidstone to Brussels:
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Maidstone to Brussels for coach company Sindbad.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Maidstone to Brussels depends on the coach companies:
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Sindbad.
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 Maidstone to Brussels.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Maidstone to Brussels:
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Maidstone to Brussels:
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Maidstone to Brussels. The following conditions apply:
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Maidstone to Brussels with the following coach company: Sindbad
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Maidstone to Brussels with the following coach company: Sindbad.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Maidstone to Brussels with the following coach company: Sindbad.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Maidstone and Brussels
Most Maidstone to Brussels buses use the Maidstone to Bruxelles station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Maidstone
Arrival bus stations in Brussels
Which Maidstone station do buses to Brussels leave from?
Buses from Maidstone to Brussels leave from Maidstone. The station is 1 km from Maidstone city centre at Maidstone Bus Station, Stagshaw Cl, Maidstone ME15 6RF, UK.
MaidstoneMaidstone Bus Station, Stagshaw Cl, Maidstone ME15 6RF, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Maidstone from Maidstone city centre
Bus150 · 14m
Maidstone bus station facilities and services
Maidstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: There is a cafe inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maidstone. ATMs are available at Maidstone.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Which Brussels station do buses from Maidstone arrive at?
Buses from Maidstone to Brussels arrive at Bruxelles. Bruxelles is 1 km from Brussels city centre.
BruxellesBrussels, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Bruxelles from Brussels city centre
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
Bruxelles bus station facilities and services
Bruxelles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack bars available on site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Bruxelles.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles: Wheelchair access available.
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