Getting to Brussels
Being such an important city for European institutions, Brussels has some of the most convenient transportation options of any European city. The Belgian capital has a modern international airport serving flights from worldwide locations, while the road and rail links are fast, safe and convenient.
By Car
Brussels can be reached quickly and easily from destinations across western Europe by motorways. The E40 motorway leads into the city from the Bruge direction, while drivers heading to Brussels via Antwerp can use the A-12. Both motorways intersect the capital's Petit Ring motorway, which circles Brussels.
By Rail
There are plenty of excellent rail options to Brussels. The city is on the Thalys high-speed train network, which links the Belgian capital with Paris, Amsterdam and Cologne. Visitors from the UK can take the Eurostar directly to Brussels via the Channel Tunnel.
By Bus
Long-distance buses arrive from across Europe at the Bruxelles-Nord bus terminal. Most long-distance routes are operated by Eurolines including UK services, which depart from London's Victoria Coach Station three times a day and use the Channel Tunnel.
By Air
Brussels International Airport is extremely busy and has a very convenient international flight schedule to main cities worldwide. The airport is modern and spacious, with a full range of facilities and amenities. All major airlines are served by the airport, which has regular and reliable ground transportation links to the city centre.
