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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 29 Oct
£42
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£79
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
2 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
2 h 29 m
Trains on 29 Oct
16
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Brussels will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Bonn to Brussels you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Bonn to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bonn to Brussels.
The table below shows live departures for Bonn to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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28504 · ICE 316 | On time 6:04 Bonn Hbf | 5h22 | 11:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
28504 · ICE 18 | On time 6:04 Bonn Hbf | 3h22 | 9:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
25410 · ICE 18 | On time 6:33 Bonn Hbf | 2h53 | 9:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
25410 · ICE 316 | On time 6:33 Bonn Hbf | 4h53 | 11:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
17314 · ICE 316 | On time 6:54 Bonn Hbf | 4h32 | 11:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
17314 · ICE 18 | On time 6:54 Bonn Hbf | 2h32 | 9:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
28506 · ICE 18 | On time 7:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h31 | 9:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
28506 · ICE 316 | On time 7:04 Bonn Hbf | 4h22 | 11:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
28506 · ICE 18 | On time 7:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h22 | 9:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
25412 · ICE 316 | On time 7:33 Bonn Hbf | 3h53 | 11:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
28510 · ICE 316 | On time 9:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h31 | 11:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
28514 · ICE 16 | On time 11:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h31 | 13:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
28518 · ICE 314 | On time 13:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h31 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
28520 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 | 14:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h44 | 16:48 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
28522 · ICE 14 | On time 15:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h31 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
28526 · ICE 12 | On time 17:04 Bonn Hbf | 2h31 | 19:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
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Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
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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.
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Refined Belgian dining in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, known for well-presented regional dishes and a polished atmosphere.
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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.
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Brussels-Midi -> Grand-Place, Brussels
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn 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 Bonn to Brussels trains use the Bonn Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels-Nord. Use this guide to compare Bonn and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bonn Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
Bonn-Duisdorf is 4 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Duisdorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Aleppo Grill, Maharaja/Burger Express, Abacanto, Bistro Eselchen
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Duisdorf. ATMs are available at Bonn-Duisdorf.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Duisdorf. Information desks are available at Bonn-Duisdorf.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Duisdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Duisdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Duisdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Duisdorf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Garni Kluth, Zum wilden Schwein.
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.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord 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: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
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.
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