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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 32 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.
5109419:302h25Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)21:55Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£71One-way0 changes- 474421:102h15Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)23:25Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£71One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus19:555h20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)1:15Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£131One-way1 change- 16080:462h20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)3:06Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£181One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:055h20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)3:25Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£201One-way1 change
- 474421:102h15Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)23:25Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£71One-way0 changes
- 16080:462h20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)3:06Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£181One-way0 changes
- 5109419:302h25Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)21:55Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:055h20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)3:25Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£201One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus19:555h20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)1:15Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 121 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi costing on average £47.
Other travel options to Brussels-Midi take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 29m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 2h 29m versus 2h 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.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International.
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.
Live departures
Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51094 | 19:30 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h25 | 21:55 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4744 | 21:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h15 | 23:25 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 3h45 | 1:15 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 1608 | 0:46 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h20 | 3:06 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi
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Buses from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 12:00, the last at 22:46. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 12:00 |
Last bus 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-MidiYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi 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-Midi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- 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).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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