London to Brussels: travel options
Approximate direct distance: 321 km • Travel distance depends on the route and transport you choose.
Compare the options
Recorded fares and journey times. Check each operator before booking.
| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Price guide | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Direct | Eurostar | About 2h |
Check fare
Fare source checked: 6 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: Eurostar |
Dep: London St Pancras International
Arr: Brussels Midi/Zuid
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Fastest advertised train about 1 hour 53 minutes. Add the required pre-departure arrival time and check whether onward Belgian travel is included in your specific product. |
Choosing your journey
The direct Eurostar reaches Brussels Midi/Zuid. Plan the short onward journey to the centre separately, particularly if arriving with luggage.
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Travel from St Pancras
Eurostar advertises a fastest journey of about 1 hour 53 minutes to Brussels Midi/Zuid. These are two names for the same Brussels station. Follow the check-in time on your booking for security and border checks.
Choose the correct Brussels destination
Brussels Central is closer to the Grand-Place, while Midi/Zuid is the international arrival. Check whether your purchased product includes onward Belgian rail travel; do not assume every Eurostar fare includes every station or local metro ride.
Allow time for a Belgian connection
For Ghent, Bruges or Leuven, search the complete Belgian connection after your Eurostar arrival. Avoid booking a tight separate ticket around the advertised fastest time. Brussels is one hour ahead of London, and onward tickets and Eurostar can have different flexibility.
Plan the arrival
The London guide and Brussels guide explain the local journeys, places to stay and visits. Add the main travel ticket separately to your daily spending plan. The distance above is a straight-line comparison between the city centres; your train, road or flight route can be longer.
