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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
£126
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
7 h 31 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Brussels will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
To travel from Bern to Brussels you need to make at least one change.
ICE 106 · ICE 12
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 314
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 14
ICE 372 · ICE 14
ICE 106 · ICE 12
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 314
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 14
ICE 372 · ICE 14Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 489 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £174 Average Price |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Brussels trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 956 · ICE 202 · ICE 16 | On time 6:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h31 | 13:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 374 · ICE 314 | On time 7:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h31 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 314 | On time 8:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h31 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 372 · ICE 14 | On time 9:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h31 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 14 | On time 10:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h31 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 106 · ICE 12 | On time 12:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h31 | 19:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
IC 972 · ICE 104 · ICE 10 | On time 14:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h31 | 21:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 276 · ICE 318 | On time 15:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h31 | 23:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
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Trains from Bern to Brussels run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 489 km distance in 7h 31m.
Distance 489 km |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 31m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:48 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 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-Midi -> Grand-Place, Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Brussels by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bern to Brussels trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Central. Use this guide to compare Bern and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Brussels-Luxembourg is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Luxembourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Twelve, Le Grand Central
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Luxembourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Luxembourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Luxembourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Luxembourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Luxembourg.
Nearby hotels include Thon Hotel EU, Aloft Brussels Schuman, Sofitel Brussels Europe.
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