- Must visit
Fries Museum
Friesland’s main museum presents regional history, art and changing exhibitions in a modern building near the station and city centre.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£29
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£46
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
4 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
4 h 22 m
Trains on 31 Aug
64
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Leeuwarden will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Brussels to Leeuwarden you need to make at least one change.
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2057 · 657Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 280 km
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£38 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Leeuwarden trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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2827 · 629+ 9211 | 5:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h30 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3524 · 527 · 827+ 9211 | 5:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h00 | 10:44 Leeuwarden station | 4 changes | |
3524 · 527 · 827+ 9211 | 5:49 Brussels-Central | 4h55 | 10:44 Leeuwarden station | 4 changes | |
2827 · 629+ 9211 | 5:49 Brussels-Central | 5h25 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3524 · 527 · 827+ 9211 | 5:55 Brussels-North | 4h49 | 10:44 Leeuwarden station | 4 changes | |
2827 · 629+ 9211 | 5:55 Brussels-North | 5h19 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3305+ 9523+ 831 | 6:27 Brussels-Midi | 5h17 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3305+ 9523+ 629+ 4024 | 6:27 Brussels-Midi | 4h47 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3305+ 9523+ 831 | 6:32 Brussels-Central | 5h12 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3305+ 9523+ 629+ 4024 | 6:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3305+ 9523+ 831 | 6:40 Brussels-North | 5h04 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3305+ 9523+ 629+ 4024 | 6:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3528 · 531 · 831+ 9215 | 6:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h00 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 4 changes | |
2831 · 633+ 9215 | 6:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h30 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3528 · 531 · 831+ 9215 | 6:49 Brussels-Central | 4h55 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 4 changes | |
2831 · 633+ 9215 | 6:49 Brussels-Central | 5h25 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2831 · 633+ 9215 | 6:55 Brussels-North | 5h19 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3528 · 531 · 831+ 9215 | 6:55 Brussels-North | 4h49 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 4 changes | |
3306+ 9527+ 633+ 4028 | 7:27 Brussels-Midi | 4h47 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3306+ 9527+ 633+ 4028 | 7:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3306+ 9527+ 633+ 4028 | 7:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
18220+ 9305+ 835 | 7:57 Brussels-North | 4h47 | 12:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
18220+ 9305+ 835 | 8:02 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 12:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
9305+ 835 | 8:22 Brussels-Midi | 4h22 | 12:44 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
3307+ 9531+ 839 | 8:27 Brussels-Midi | 5h17 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3307+ 9531+ 637+ 4032 | 8:27 Brussels-Midi | 4h47 | 13:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3307+ 9531+ 839 | 8:32 Brussels-Central | 5h12 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3307+ 9531+ 637+ 4032 | 8:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 13:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3307+ 9531+ 839 | 8:40 Brussels-North | 5h04 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3307+ 9531+ 637+ 4032 | 8:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 13:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2039 · 539 · 839+ 9223 | 8:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h00 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2839 · 641+ 9223 | 8:49 Brussels-Central | 5h25 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2039 · 539 · 839+ 9223 | 8:49 Brussels-Central | 4h55 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2039 · 539 · 839+ 9223 | 8:55 Brussels-North | 4h49 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2839 · 641+ 9223 | 8:55 Brussels-North | 5h19 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3308+ 9535+ 2041 · 641 | 9:27 Brussels-Midi | 4h47 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3308+ 9535+ 2041 · 641 | 9:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2332+ 9315+ 2839 · 641 | 9:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3308+ 9535+ 843 | 9:32 Brussels-Central | 5h12 | 14:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2332+ 9415+ 2839 · 641 | 9:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3308+ 9535+ 843 | 9:40 Brussels-North | 5h04 | 14:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3308+ 9535+ 2041 · 641 | 9:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3308+ 9315+ 2839 · 641 | 9:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3308+ 9415+ 2839 · 641 | 9:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2043 · 543 · 843+ 9227 | 9:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h00 | 14:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2843 · 645+ 9227 | 9:49 Brussels-Central | 5h25 | 15:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2043 · 543 · 843+ 9227 | 9:49 Brussels-Central | 4h55 | 14:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
9415+ 2839 · 641 | 9:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h21 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
9315+ 843 | 9:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h51 | 14:44 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
9315+ 2839 · 641 | 9:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h21 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
9415+ 843 | 9:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h51 | 14:44 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
2043 · 543 · 843+ 9227 | 9:55 Brussels-North | 4h49 | 14:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2843 · 645+ 9227 | 9:55 Brussels-North | 5h19 | 15:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3309+ 9539+ 2045 · 645 | 10:27 Brussels-Midi | 4h47 | 15:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3309+ 9539+ 847 | 10:27 Brussels-Midi | 5h17 | 15:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3309+ 9539+ 2045 · 645 | 10:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 15:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3309+ 9539+ 847 | 10:32 Brussels-Central | 5h12 | 15:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3309+ 9539+ 2045 · 645 | 10:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 15:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3309+ 9539+ 847 | 10:40 Brussels-North | 5h04 | 15:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2047 · 547 · 847+ 9231 | 10:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h00 | 15:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2847 · 649+ 9231 | 10:49 Brussels-Central | 5h25 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2047 · 547 · 847+ 9231 | 10:49 Brussels-Central | 4h55 | 15:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2847 · 649+ 9231 | 10:55 Brussels-North | 5h19 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2047 · 547 · 847+ 9231 | 10:55 Brussels-North | 4h49 | 15:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3310+ 9543+ 2049 · 649 | 11:27 Brussels-Midi | 4h47 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3310+ 9543+ 2049 · 649 | 11:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2334+ 9427+ 2847 · 649 | 11:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2334+ 9327+ 2847 · 649 | 11:32 Brussels-Central | 4h42 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3310+ 9543+ 851 | 11:32 Brussels-Central | 5h12 | 16:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3310+ 9543+ 2049 · 649 | 11:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
3310+ 9543+ 851 | 11:40 Brussels-North | 5h04 | 16:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
3310+ 9327+ 2847 · 649 | 11:40 Brussels-North | 4h34 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2051 · 551 · 851+ 9235 | 11:44 Brussels-Midi | 5h00 | 16:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2851 · 653+ 9235 | 11:49 Brussels-Central | 5h25 | 17:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2051 · 551 · 851+ 9235 | 11:49 Brussels-Central | 4h55 | 16:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
9327+ 2847 · 649 | 11:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h21 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
9327+ 851 | 11:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h51 | 16:44 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
9427+ 851 | 11:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h51 | 16:44 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
9427+ 2847 · 649 | 11:53 Brussels-Midi | 4h21 | 16:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
2051 · 551 · 851+ 9235 | 11:55 Brussels-North | 4h49 | 16:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
2851 · 653+ 9235 | 11:55 Brussels-North | 5h19 | 17:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Brussels to Leeuwarden run on average 43 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 43 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 0:55 |
Last train 23:46 |
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Discover the best of Leeuwarden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leeuwarden trip today.
Friesland’s main museum presents regional history, art and changing exhibitions in a modern building near the station and city centre.
Museum in the former prison where resistance fighter Mata Hari was once held. It explores crime, punishment and justice in an atmospheric setting.
Historic canal house museum with period rooms and collections showing elite life in Leeuwarden across past centuries.
Main shopping street and canal promenade lined with historic buildings, terraces and bridges. It is central to everyday city life and ideal for strolling.
Pleasant waterside route with moorings, trees and old houses. It offers one of the city’s most attractive urban walks near the historic core.
Historic shopping street known for independent shops, handsome façades and a calmer atmosphere than the main retail streets.
A Frisian rye bread loaf with a dense, slightly sweet texture, traditionally baked slowly and often served with cheese or bacon in Friesland.
Traditional sugar bread from Friesland with pearl sugar and cinnamon. It is a festive local favourite, often eaten at breakfast or with coffee.
A Frisia-inspired clove biscuit or cake, linked to local baking traditions. Its warm spice flavour makes it a classic treat with coffee or tea.
Well-known waterside venue serving modern Dutch and French-influenced dishes in a smart yet relaxed setting.
Stylish restaurant in the city centre known for refined seasonal cooking and an intimate, modern atmosphere.
Popular grand café and restaurant for lunch, dinner and drinks, with a lively central location and broad menu.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost less than Amsterdam, while local buses and trains are fairly priced for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Leeuwarden station -> Leeuwarden city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Leeuwarden 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 Leeuwarden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Leeuwarden trains use the Brussels-Nord to Leeuwarden station pair, with some services arriving at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Leeuwarden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Leeuwarden is 1 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden 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: Brasserie Oranje, Restaurant Wannee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leeuwarden. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leeuwarden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeuwarden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeuwarden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden, Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café, Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof.
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen is 2 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Taxis.
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
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