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Brussels to Dusseldorf Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

ICE itineraries from Bruxelles-Midi/Brussel-Zuid to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof can involve a change at Köln Hauptbahnhof, with the Belgian leg serving Bruxelles-Nord, Liège-Guillemins and Aachen Hauptbahnhof. Allow roughly 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes for connections via Cologne, depending on the transfer. Departure counts and the fastest available itinerary depend on the travel date; check the search results above. ICE offers Second and First Class, with one-way advance fares typically from about EUR 20 to EUR 120 ($22 to $132 USD). Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Easter, Christmas and peak summer travel.

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Brussels

Dusseldorf

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Ticket price

Day trains

17:25

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

2h 16m

19:41

DusseldorfDüsseldorf Hbf

Direct

High-speed

EUROSTAR 9459

from

121 USD

2h 16m, Direct

17:25

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

19:41

DusseldorfDüsseldorf Hbf

from

121 USD

Direct

High-speed

EUROSTAR 9459

Evening trains

19:25

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

2h 17m

21:42

DusseldorfDüsseldorf Hbf

Direct

High-speed

EUROSTAR 9471

from

121 USD

2h 17m, Direct

19:25

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

21:42

DusseldorfDüsseldorf Hbf

from

121 USD

Direct

High-speed

EUROSTAR 9471

First train

17:25

Last train

19:25

Travel duration

2h 17m

Daily departures

Departure station

Brussels

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Dusseldorf

Ticket price

$28

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Brussels to Dusseldorf Route Overview

This corridor crosses from Belgium into Germany at Aachen before continuing toward the Rhine cities. Liège-Guillemins, with Santiago Calatrava's sweeping station roof, is a distinctive stop on the Belgian section. ICE tickets do not always include a seat reservation; reserve separately when offered, and check whether your departure has a compulsory-reservation rule.

Travel time

2h 17m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 16m

Longest trip

2h 21m

Brussels

Brussels combines the Grand-Place's guildhalls with the European Quarter. Bruxelles-Midi, also called Brussel-Zuid, is the main international departure station and connects with the metro and domestic trains.

Bruxelles-Nord

Brussels-North, Rue d'Aerschot - Aarschotstraat, Brabant Quarter, Schaerbeek - Schaarbeek, Brussels-Capital, 1030, Belgium

Bruxelles-Midi

Brussels-Midi, Galerie M - M-galerij, Saint-Gilles - Sint-Gillis, Brussels-Capital, 1060, Belgium

Brussels

Station

Bruxelles-Central

Brussels-Central, Galerie Horta - Hortagalerij, Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, Pentagon, Brussels, Brussels-Capital, 1000, Belgium

2h 17m

Dusseldorf

Dusseldorf's Altstadt and Königsallee lie west of the central station. Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof has S-Bahn, U-Bahn and tram connections, including onward links toward the airport.

Dusseldorf Hbf

Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, Weg Gleis 9/10, Stadtmitte, Stadtbezirk 1, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40210, Germany

Dusseldorf

Station

Dusseldorf Airport

Airport station, Frachtstraße, Lohausen, Stadtbezirk 5, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40474, Germany

Available Ticket Classes

ICE trains used for Brussels - Dusseldorf itineraries offer Second Class, normally with 2+2 seating, and First Class with 2+1 seating. Super Sparpreis Europa and Sparpreis Europa are discounted fare products, not separate carriage classes; Flexpreis Europa has different flexibility conditions. Check whether a seat reservation is included and select the same class for connecting trains if required.

from

$104

Eurostar Standard

from

$137

Eurostar Plus

from

$236

Eurostar Premier

Practical Information for ICE Travelers

For Brussels - Dusseldorf ICE travel, pack bags you can carry and stow yourself, particularly if changing trains in Cologne. ICE does not use an airline-style checked-baggage allowance.

Luggage Allowance

DB permits hand luggage plus one larger item that one person can carry. There is no general fixed kilogram or suitcase-dimension limit for ordinary ICE luggage; it must fit safely in the available storage without blocking aisles or doors.

Storage Facilities

Brussels corridor ICE trains have overhead racks and luggage storage areas; space varies by trainset. Put smaller bags under the seat where they fit and keep larger cases out of the vestibules and wheelchair spaces.

Special Items

A folded bicycle can travel as luggage when safely stowed. Do not assume a full-size bicycle is accepted on the Brussels ICE: carriage depends on the trainset and requires a bicycle space and ticket where offered. Instruments and sports equipment must be portable and safely stored.

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Brussels to Dusseldorf Map

ICE itineraries via Cologne follow the Belgian high-speed corridor through Leuven toward Liège-Guillemins, then cross the border toward Aachen. HSL 2 and HSL 3 provide high-speed sections, interrupted by urban approaches and tunnels. From Köln Hauptbahnhof, connecting trains continue north to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof. The route combines the fields of eastern Belgium, the Meuse crossing at Liège and the urban railway corridor of the Rhineland.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

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Departures

Rating

Train

EUROSTAR

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 17m

Price from

$28

Departures

Rating

Rail links Brussels and Dusseldorf's central stations without airport transfers, although some itineraries require a train change. Coaches generally take longer and are exposed to road traffic; their terminals may differ from the railway stations. A flight is not a useful default for this short corridor, and no direct-flight fare is quoted here. Electric rail generally produces lower operational emissions per passenger than flying, with the result depending on occupancy and electricity supply.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

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Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 17m

$28-$160

Bus

Apprx.

4h 0m

$15-$45

Flight

Apprx.

Cities at Both Ends

Brussels grew around its medieval market square, now the Grand-Place; international ICE journeys depart from Bruxelles-Midi/Brussel-Zuid. Dusseldorf developed beside the Rhine and retains the Altstadt's churches and streets alongside the Königsallee shopping boulevard. Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof is east of these districts, with urban rail and tram links.

Brussels

The heart of Europe, where historic squares meet cosmopolitan charm and cultural richness.

Düsseldorf

Explore the dynamic hub where historic architecture blends seamlessly with modern innovation.

FAQ about the Brussels - Dusseldorf Route

How much is the train from Brussels to Dusseldorf?

Budget roughly EUR 20 to EUR 120 ($22 to $132 USD) for a one-way ICE-based itinerary, with limited discounted Second Class fares at the lower end. Flexible and First Class tickets can cost more. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long does Brussels to Dusseldorf take by train?

Connections via Cologne commonly take around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. Transfer time, engineering work and the selected onward train affect the total. Check the date-specific timetable for the fastest available itinerary and whether a change is required.

How do I book Brussels to Dusseldorf ICE tickets?

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Does a Belgian rail pass cover Brussels to Dusseldorf?

Belgian domestic passes do not cover the complete international ICE journey to Dusseldorf. A Eurail or Interrail Global Pass valid in Belgium and Germany generally covers ICE travel, but seat reservations are separate and may be compulsory on selected international departures or dates. A Belgium-only pass does not cover the German section. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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