Quickly to the Brussels region
There is plenty to experience in the Brussels region and with the train you'll be there in no time! You can travel with Thalys or Intercity Brussels. In Brussels your can catch a domestic train to various destinations in the region. Choose which train to the Brussels region meets your needs the best.
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| No reservation required | Fast and comfortable travel to Belgium | Content | Content | Content |
| Flexibility with full-flex | Reserved seats | Content | Content | Content |
| Discount with your “NS abonnement” | Early booking = lowest prices | Content | Content | Content |
| Early bird rate when you book in advance* | Shortest travel time | Content | Content | Content |
For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner.
There are different types of Thalys rates each with related prices. Train ticket prices for Intercity Brussels depend on the time of booking and travel. Book at least 3 days before departure and you will travel for the best price anywhere in Belgium. The availability is limited.
* Includes Brussels Airport Supplement
Thalys tickets can be booked up to 4 months in advance.
For Intercity Brussels you can buy tickets from 180 days before departure. Up until 3 days before departure, you are able to buy our Early Bird tickets: tickets with a significant discount. The availability is limited.
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed during your trip of the possible changes.
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam.
A weekend in Brussels has much to offer in terms of culture, history, restaurants, and you can also go shopping. Brussels is truly a cosmopolitan city.