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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 05 Sept
£59
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£91
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
13 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
13 h 26 m
Trains on 05 Sept
10
Distance
1039 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Brussels will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Gdańsk to Brussels you need to make at least 3 changes.
R 58213 · R 80719 · 5366 · 33587
IC 5410 · EC 42 · ICE 699 · ICE 18
IC 5410 · EC 42 · ICE 699 · ICE 18
IC 5608 · EC 246 · 3117 · ICE 558
EC 230 · S5 · ICE 556 · ICE 10
IC 261 · EC 248 · 3113 · ICE 650
IC 263 · EC 48 · 3121 · ICE 556
IC 5412 · EC 46 · 3125 · ICE 554
IC 5608 · EC 246 · 3117 · ICE 558
EC 230 · S5 · ICE 556 · ICE 10Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £71, while a flight costs an average of £133.
Distance: 1039 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£102 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price | £200 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 56m Average total duration 22h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Gdańsk to Brussels:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Brussels costing on average £102.
A coach is £62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Brussels costing on average £133.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 18m.
Coach takes on average 22h 26m.
The journey is about 2m faster (13h 18m by train vs 13h 20m by car) and roughly £98 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£102 vs £200). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Brussels trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 5608 · EC 246 · 3117 · ICE 558 | On time 6:11 Gdańsk Główny | 13h24 | 19:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
EC 230 · S5 · ICE 556 · ICE 10 | On time 7:31 Gdańsk Główny | 14h04 | 21:35 Brussels-Midi | 3 changes | |
IC 263 · EC 48 · 3121 · ICE 556 | On time 8:23 Gdańsk Główny | 13h12 | 21:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
IC 5412 · EC 46 · 3125 · ICE 554 | On time 10:18 Gdańsk Główny | 13h17 | 23:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
IC 5412 · EC 46 · 3125 · ICE 554 | On time 10:32 Gdańsk Główny | 13h03 | 23:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
IC 261 · EC 248 · 3113 · ICE 650 | On time 4:23 Gdańsk Główny | 13h12 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Gdańsk to Brussels run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 1039 km distance in 13h 3m.
Distance 1039 km |
Average train duration 13h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 3m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 22:56 |
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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 Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk to Brussels trains use the Gdańsk Główny to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Central. Use this guide to compare Gdańsk and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gdańsk Główny 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: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
Gdańsk Oliwa is 8 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Oliwa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Gdańsk Oliwa, Restauracja Oliwa do Ognia
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Oliwa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Oliwa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Gdansk Oliwa, Hotel Oliwski, Dwór Oliwski City Hotel & SPA.
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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