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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal

Showing times and prices for 17 May

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£59

Fastest journey

2 h 17 m

Average duration

2 h 24 m

Trains per day

Distance

175 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

To travel from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal you need to make at least one change.

9231+

8442+

3549

10:483h16

Brussels-Central

14:04Amsterdam Centraal

£361One-way

2 changes

9235+

2445+

1142

11:482h51

Brussels-Central

14:39Amsterdam Centraal

£361One-way

2 changes

9227+

2437+

1134

09:482h51

Brussels-Central

12:39Amsterdam Centraal

£361One-way

2 changes

9231+

2441+

1138

10:482h51

Brussels-Central

13:39Amsterdam Centraal

£361One-way

2 changes

9223+

8434+

3541

08:483h16

Brussels-Central

12:04Amsterdam Centraal

£361One-way

2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m.

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£45 Average Price	£13 Average Price Cheapest	£590 Average Price
3h 45m average duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 20m average duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 55m average duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal train times

Showing trains for today, Friday 16 May

Last updated at 14:43

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
9255+2465+8264+1162	14:49 Brussels-Central	2h50	17:39 Amsterdam Centraal	3 changes
2015+9255+8466+3573	14:53 Brussels-Central	3h12	18:05 Amsterdam Centraal	3 changes
2015+9255+2465+8264	14:53 Brussels-Central	2h46	17:39 Amsterdam Centraal	4 changes
4538+9567+8266	15:36 Brussels-Central	2h33	18:09 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
9259+12469+8268+1166	15:49 Brussels-Central	2h50	18:39 Amsterdam Centraal	3 changes
2016+9259+8470+3577	15:55 Brussels-Central	3h10	19:05 Amsterdam Centraal	3 changes
2016+9259+12469+8268	15:55 Brussels-Central	2h44	18:39 Amsterdam Centraal	4 changes
ES453	17:22 Brussels-Central	3h06	20:28 Amsterdam Centraal	0 changesdirect
Saturday 17 May
2331+9309	06:33 Brussels-Central	2h17	08:50 Amsterdam Centraal	1 change
9223+2433+1130	06:48 Brussels-Central	2h51	09:39 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
9223+8434+3541	06:48 Brussels-Central	3h16	10:04 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
2332+9315	07:33 Brussels-Central	2h17	09:50 Amsterdam Centraal	1 change
9227+2437+1134	07:48 Brussels-Central	2h51	10:39 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
9227+8438+3545	07:48 Brussels-Central	3h16	11:04 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
9231+2441+1138	08:48 Brussels-Central	2h51	11:39 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
9231+8442+3549	08:48 Brussels-Central	3h16	12:04 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
2334+9327	09:33 Brussels-Central	2h17	11:50 Amsterdam Centraal	1 change
2334+9427	09:33 Brussels-Central	2h17	11:50 Amsterdam Centraal	1 change
9235+8446+3553	09:48 Brussels-Central	3h16	13:04 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes
9235+2445+1142	09:48 Brussels-Central	2h51	12:39 Amsterdam Centraal	2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal

Belgium

Netherlands

Trains from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £6

Distance

175 km

Average train duration

3h 15m

Cheapest ticket price

£18

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 2m

First train

04:27

Last train

20:37

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £6

Train providers: NS International | IC Brussel, PKP Intercity and European Sleeper trains Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal

Find the best trains between Brussels-Central and Amsterdam Centraal with Omio's travel partners NS International | IC Brussel, PKP Intercity and European Sleeper from £21. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

European Sleeper is a Belgian-Dutch train company launched in 2021 which operates night train services between Brussels-Central and Amsterdam Centraal. Germany to Belgium is connected by night train three times a week which is expected to increase to a daily service and extend to cities like Dresden and Prague. Select from seats, couchettes, and sleeper options. With the couchettes you get free drinks and power plugs, and with the sleeper option you get power plugs as well as free meals. All tickets are Flex Night meaning you can cancel up to 48 hours in advance and they are non-exchangeable.

Train information from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal with European Sleeper:

Average Duration: 3 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: £21

Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed railway service connecting the United Kingdom with countries in Europe like France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Most Eurostar trains travel through the Channel Tunnel between the UK and France. With a high-speed train service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), you will travel from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar train to Amsterdam Centraal from Brussels-Central, you can choose between three ticket types: Standard, Standard Premier (with light refreshments served and spacious seats), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seating, lounge access, priority boarding and hot meal served).

SNCB is the national railway company of Belgium with train tickets from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal. It operates a wide range of trains, including Intercity, Interregio, EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Intercity trains are the most frequent and offer the fastest connections between major cities. Interregio trains are slower and offer more stops. EuroCity trains are international services that connect Belgium with other European countries. Thalys trains are high-speed services that connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands. ICE International trains are international services that connect Belgium with Germany and the Netherlands. SNCB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for SNCB are Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liege.

Train information from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal with SNCB:

Average Duration: 2 h 42 min
Cheapest Price: £23
SNCB frequency: 16 a day

FAQs: Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal train

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal train time is 2 h 1 min covering the 108 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 03: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 19: 52.

There are 7 trains a day from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal which require at least one change with European Sleeper, Eurostar or SNCB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Amsterdam Centraal. Take the fast train with Eurostar from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal.

The high-speed Eurostar train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal takes around 2 h 1 min.

When taking a train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal, you can count on European Sleeper, Eurostar or SNCB for the best way to get you to Amsterdam Centraal. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Yes, you can take a night train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal with European Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

A trip to Amsterdam Centraal from Brussels-Central is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 1 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Brussels-Central to Amsterdam Centraal is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Amsterdam Centraal from Brussels-Central including taking a train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brussels-Central and Amsterdam Centraal

Brussels

Amsterdam

The major train station for departures in Brussels is Bruxelles-Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bruxelles-Central for your trip from Brussels to Amsterdam.

Bruxelles-Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Carr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Phone Number

+32 25282828

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.

Lockers

Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.

Dining

Starbucks
Brasserie 28 Brewery
Panos
Delitraiteur Eat & Go

Accessibility

Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Hotel