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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Brussels is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Brussels is to fly which takes 4h and costs €65 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Brussels?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Brussels station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Brussel Eurolines Busstation via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Brussels?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Brussels. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Manchester to Brussels?

The distance between Manchester and Brussels is 666 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs €110 - €490.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Manchester to Brussels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Brussels bus from?

Manchester to Brussels bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Brussels train from?

Manchester to Brussels train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Brussels?

The best way to get from Manchester to Brussels is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs €110 - €490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 12h 23m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €190 and takes 4h.

Where does the Manchester to Brussels bus arrive?

Manchester to Brussels bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Brussels?

Brussels is 1h ahead of Manchester. It is currently 6:17 PM in Manchester and 7:17 PM in Brussels.

Where does the Manchester to Brussels train arrive?

Manchester to Brussels train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1775+ hotels available in Brussels.

Manchester to Brussels - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Brussels by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, plane, car ferry, or train

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Eil
5h 20m
€113–486
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to Brussel Eurolines Busstationbus Michalovce
12h 23m
€35–57
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Manchester to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Brusselscar
7h 36m
Fly Manchester Airport to Brussels Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane MAN - BRU
4h
€66–186
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Brussels-North train stationbus N280 / ...
15h 15m
€47–130
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Manchester to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Brusselscar
8h 49m
€131–197
Fly Manchester Airport to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)plane MAN - CRL
2. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Brussels Midi / Brussels South Westbus
4h 47m
€48–187
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane LBA - BRU
7h 36m
€71–241

Manchester to Brussels by train and foot

56Weekly Services

5h 20mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 665.7 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Brussels, Belgium?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Brussel Eurolines Busstation via Birmingham Coach Station and Birmingham in around 12h 23m.

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