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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 04 Oct
£14
Average ticket price on 04 Oct
£25
Fastest journey on 04 Oct
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 04 Oct
2 h 30 m
Buses on 04 Oct
4
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Brussels will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Sun 04 Oct, we found 4 buses from Rotterdam to Brussels, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
1608
51094
FlixBus · FlixBus
4744
4744
1608
51094
FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Rotterdam to Brussels run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 120 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 120 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 0:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Brussels coaches for today, Saturday 3 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 3h00 | 22:10 Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 1 change | |
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 | |
| Sunday 4 October | |||||
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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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.
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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.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Brussels buses use the Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) to Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi). Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Elevators, ramps.
Rotterdam, Zuidplein is 3 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam, Zuidplein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein.
Available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Rotterdam, Centraal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available inside the station complex.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station. ATMs are aTMs are located within the main station building.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station.
Available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station: The terminal is equipped with ramps and elevators for accessibility.
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.
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) is 5 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn). ATMs are available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn).
Ticket office support is available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn).
Available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn): Accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord Zone C) is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord Zone C) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord Zone C). ATMs are available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord Zone C).
Ticket office support is available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord Zone C).
Available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord Zone C): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord Zone C): The station is accessible for disabled passengers.
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