There are 8 ways to get from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) by plane, bus, train or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly Milan Linate to Brussels • 3h 50m
Cheapest option
Fly Milan Bergamo to Charleroi, bus • 5h 50m
6 alternative options
Fly Milan Malpensa to Brussels • 4h 2m
Train • 9h 52m
Train via Strasbourg • 10h 57m
Bus • 15h 7m
Bus via Metz • 17h 7m
Drive • 8h 49m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) is to bus which costs €45 - €60 and takes 15h 7m.
The quickest way to get from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) is to fly which costs €50 - €190 and takes 3h 50m.
No, there is no direct train from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU). However, there are services departing from Milano Centrale and arriving at Brussels Airport - Zaventem via Lyon Part Dieu and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.
It is 697 km from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU). It is approximately 877.4 km to drive.
The best way to get from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) without a car is to train which takes 9h 52m and costs €140 - €220.
It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU), including transfers.
Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Milano Centrale station.
The best way to get from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs €50 - €190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €140 - €220 and takes 9h 52m, you could also bus, which costs €45 - €60 and takes 15h 7m.
The quickest flight from Milan Linate Airport to Brussels Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 30m.
Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
- Distance: 697.4 km
- Duration: 3h 50m
What companies run services between Milan, Italy and Brussels Airport (BRU), Belgium?
Brussels Airlines, Alitalia and two other airlines fly from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) via Lyon Part Dieu and Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 52m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €250
Flights from Milan Bergamo to Charleroi
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €18 - €150
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Milan Linate to Brussels via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 28m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €370
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Brussels via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €85 - €310
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Brussels via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €85 - €310
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Milan Linate to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €400
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €280
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Milan Linate to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €70 - €280
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Milan Linate to Brussels via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €550
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Brussels via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €90 - €400
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €60
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €53 - €58
Frequently asked questions
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 43m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €110 - €150
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €110 - €130
- 1st Class
- €130 - €150
Train from Strasbourg to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €110 - €150
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €110 - €130
- 1st Class
- €120 - €150
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Milano Centrale to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 12m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €75 - €180
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- €75 - €110
- 1st Class
- €130 - €180
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Milano Centrale to Basel SBB
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 14m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €110 - €200
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Basel Sbb to Strasbourg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €45 - €85
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- +352 26 58 57 1
- info@flibco.com
- Website
- flibco.com
Bus from Charleroi Airport to Brussels Zaventem Airport Parking P16
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €12 - €15
- Website
- Flibco
- Standard Ticket
- €12 - €15
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Milan to Brussels-North train station
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €50
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 080 3112335
- info@marinobus.it
- Website
- marinobus.it
Bus from Milan Lampugnano to Metz Boulevard Poincare
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 45m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- Marino Autolinee
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Metz to Brussels City Center - Midi Train station
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €11 - €15
- Website
- Blablabus
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Yes, the driving distance between Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) is 877 km. It takes approximately 8h 49m to drive from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU).
KLM, Alitalia, Brussels Airlines and Lufthansa offer flights from Milan Linate Airport to Brussels Airport.
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The best way to get from Milan to Milan Linate Airport is to line 73 bus which takes 20 min and costs .