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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£77
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£84
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 3 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 320 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 4 m 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.
10:042h01London Waterloo (WAT)12:05Brussels-Central£771One-way0 changes- 9:012h04London Waterloo (WAT)11:05Brussels-Central£901One-way0 changes
- 10:042h01London Waterloo (WAT)12:05Brussels-Central£771One-way0 changes
- 9:012h04London Waterloo (WAT)11:05Brussels-Central£901One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £385.
Distance: 320 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
£150 Average Price | £385 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central:
A coach is £22 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central costing on average £80.
A coach is £93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central costing on average £150.
A coach is £328 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central costing on average £385.
Other travel options to Brussels-Central take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 54m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 36m.
Coach takes on average 10h 38m.
You'll arrive about 2h 54m sooner (2h 11m by train vs 5h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £150 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h04 | 11:05 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:04 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h01 | 19:05 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:34 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h01 | 21:35 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central by coach, train, flight or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central
United Kingdom
Belgium
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 19:04. The fastest train covers the 320 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 320 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 19:04 |
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Train companies: Eurostar from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central trainsEurostar trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Brussels-Central from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central 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-Central, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo (WAT) and Brussels-Central
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Brussels-Central trains use the London St Pancras International to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Brussels-Central train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Most popular train connections from London Waterloo (WAT)
Most popular trains to and from Brussels-Central and London Waterloo (WAT)
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