4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Brussels
Cheapest price
£299
Average price
£299
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Brussels will cost around £299 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £299.
To travel from Manchester to Brussels you need to make at least one change.
6:315h34Manchester12:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change- 7:355h30Manchester13:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 8:355h30Manchester14:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 9:355h30Manchester15:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 10:355h31Manchester16:06Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 17:155h20Manchester22:35Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 7:355h30Manchester13:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 8:355h30Manchester14:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 9:355h30Manchester15:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change
- 12:355h30Manchester18:05Brussels£2991One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £299.
Distance: 536 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£299 Average Price | £91 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 39m Average total duration 15h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Brussels trains for today, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:15 Manchester | 11h50 | 10:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| Saturday 30 May | |||||
| 6:31 Manchester | 5h34 | 12:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 7:35 Manchester | 5h30 | 13:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 8:35 Manchester | 5h30 | 14:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 9:35 Manchester | 5h30 | 15:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 10:35 Manchester | 5h31 | 16:06 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 12:35 Manchester | 5h30 | 18:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 14:35 Manchester | 5h30 | 20:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 17:15 Manchester | 5h20 | 22:35 Brussels | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Brussels
United Kingdom
Belgium
Trains from Manchester to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £299 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 536 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £299 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 17:50 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Brussels trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Brussels from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Manchester to Brussels
Rail journeys from Manchester to Brussels begin with Virgin trains departures from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, and an Underground connection to London St. Pancras. Eurostar trains leave St Pancras approximately every two hours for Brussels, with the schedule operating until early evening. The earliest connection involves a 5:00 a.m. departure from Manchester. Journey times are around 5 hours, allowing for connections. On Sundays, Eurostar services to Brussels are less frequent, with fewer early morning trains, although the final departure from St Pancras leaves a little later. Trains leave from the central Manchester Piccadilly Station. Eurostar services arrive at Brussels Midi Station, south of the city centre.
FAQs: Manchester to Brussels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
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