What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Rome?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Rome is to bus and fly which costs €55 - €230 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Rome?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Rome is to fly which takes 5h and costs €45 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Rome?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Rome. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North Station and arriving at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Rome?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Rome. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid and arriving at Roma Termini via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

How far is it from Brussels to Rome?

The distance between Brussels and Rome is 1217 km. The road distance is 1439.5 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Rome without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Rome without a car is to train which takes 11h 36m and costs €210 - €550.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Rome?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Brussels to Rome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Rome bus from?

Brussels to Rome bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, depart from Brussels-North Station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Rome train from?

Brussels to Rome train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Brussel-Zuid station.

Train, bus or fly from Brussels to Rome?

The best way to get from Brussels to Rome is to fly which takes 5h and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €210 - €550 and takes 11h 36m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 22h 52m.

Where does the Brussels to Rome bus arrive?

Brussels to Rome bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, arrive at Bologna station.

Where does the Brussels to Rome train arrive?

Brussels to Rome train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Chambéry station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Rome?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Rome is 1439 km. It takes approximately 14h 19m to drive from Brussels to Rome.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Rome?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Rome?

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Where can I stay near Rome?

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Brussels to Rome - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car train

There are 9 ways to get from Brussels to Rome by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, train, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Brussels Airport to Fiumicino International Airport
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1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane BRU - FCO
5h
€47–175
Train
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Chambérytrain
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Roma Terminitrain
11h 36m
€215–546
Bus, train via Bologna
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North Station to Bolognabus
2. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Roma Terminitrain 9941 / ...
19h 40m
Drive 1,439.5 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Romecar 1,439.5 km
14h 19m
€229–330
Drive to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Fiumicino International Airport
1. Drive from Brussels to Amsterdam-Schiphol-Airport-AMScar
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane AMS - FCO
5h 9m
€113–297
Bus to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, fly to Roma Ciampino Airport
1. Take the bus from Brussels Midi / Brussels South West to Charleroi Airportbus
2. Fly from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Roma Ciampino Airport (CIA)plane CRL - CIA
6h 7m
€57–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North Station to Bolognabus
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus N997 / ...
22h 52m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Roma Terminitrain Fb / ...
24h 17m
€118–238
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Brussels to Düsseldorf Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Villach Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Romecar
15h 21m
€251–1,225

Brussels to Rome by bus and train

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24h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,216.9 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Rome, Italy?

Ryanair, easyJet, and three other airlines fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Brussel-Zuid to Roma Termini via Chambéry, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, and Milano Centrale in around 11h 36m.

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