How to get from Brussels to Düsseldorf
Brussels to Düsseldorf is 176 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 2h 45m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Brussels to Düsseldorf by price and travel time (route calculated on 2 November 2026).
- 46 bus departures a day with FlixBus
- First bus at 00:20, last at 23:20
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 45m
direct
Bus
€12
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 2 Nov 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Brussels to Düsseldorf. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 176 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
176 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €28Reading date not recorded | 2h 58m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €12Omio catalogue, Nov 2 | 2h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€28Reading date not recorded2h 58m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€12Omio catalogue, Nov 22h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Brussels to Düsseldorf: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bruxelles Midi → Düsseldorfbus
FlixBus·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest flight fare by month, Brussels to Düsseldorf
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €54 | |
| December 2026 | €63 | |
| January 2027 | €62 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Brussels to Düsseldorf
FlixBus runs 46 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 23:20.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 46 | 00:20 | 23:20 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 15:05 | 15:05 |
All departures FlixBus
- 00:20
- 01:15
- 01:20
- 02:15
- 03:15
- 04:05
- 05:00
- 05:05
- 06:45
- 07:15
- 07:45
- 08:15
- 08:55
- 09:15
- 09:55
- 10:55
- 11:10
- 11:40
- 12:30
- 13:30
- 13:55
- 14:25
- 14:55
- 15:10
- 15:25
- 16:10
- 16:25
- 16:30
- 17:30
- 18:30
- 23:20
All departures BlaBlaCar Bus
- 15:05
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 2
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Brussels to Düsseldorf works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 2 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Bruxelles Midi to Düsseldorf, about 2h 45m. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h 45m, direct, no transfers.
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Brussels to Düsseldorf: common questions
How long does it take to get from Brussels to Düsseldorf?
Routavio's route check on 2 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Brussels to Düsseldorf?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:20 and the last at 23:20, from Brussels-North, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Brussels to Düsseldorf?
Routavio's timetable check shows 46 bus departures a day with FlixBus, between 00:20 and 23:20.
Which station does the bus from Brussels to Düsseldorf leave from?
Brussels-North with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Düsseldorf from Brussels?
About 176 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Brussels to Düsseldorf cost?
Routavio's price check puts the route we recommend at €12. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Brussels to Düsseldorf?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
Can you get from Brussels to Düsseldorf without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 26m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Düsseldorf?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn
Route calculated: 2 Nov 2026