Belfast to Brussels: Road Trip Guide & Distance

501.4 miles 807 km · straight line
681.2 miles actual route 1096.3 km · driving distance
14h 51min estimated drive time
£103 - £127 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
117° ESE bearing direction

How far is Belfast from Brussels?

The distance from Belfast to Brussels is 501.4 miles (807 km) as the crow flies. Brussels is located ESE of Belfast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 681.2 miles, taking about 14h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Belfast is in United Kingdom, while Brussels is in Belgium.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Belfast and Brussels. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Belfast to Brussels

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 51min £103 - £127 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 49min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~19h 18min $82–$238* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Belfast & Brussels

Quick Facts

Belfast
54.60°N, 5.93°W
Europe/London
1m elevation
Brussels
50.85°N, 4.35°E
Europe/Brussels
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 167 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM