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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Amsterdam

Showing times and prices for 22 Apr

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£59

Fastest journey

1 h 37 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

Distance

173 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brussels to Amsterdam will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

Of the 25 trains that leave Brussels for Amsterdam every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

9531

08:492h07

Brussels-Midi

10:56Amsterdam Zuid

£431One-way

0 changes

9575

19:492h07

Brussels-Midi

21:56Amsterdam Zuid

£431One-way

0 changes

9563

16:492h07

Brussels-Midi

18:56Amsterdam Zuid

£431One-way

0 changes

9547

12:492h07

Brussels-Midi

14:56Amsterdam Zuid

£431One-way

0 changes

9559

15:492h07

Brussels-Midi

17:56Amsterdam Zuid

£431One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Brussels to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Amsterdam 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. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Train	Most popular Coach	Flight
£53 Average Price	£21 Average Price Cheapest	£658 Average Price
2h 46m average duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 40m average duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 55m average duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Brussels to Amsterdam train times

Showing trains for today, Monday 21 April

Last updated at 15:13

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
9363	15:53 Brussels-Midi	1h40	17:33 Schiphol Airport	0 changesdirect
9363+28473	15:53 Brussels-Midi	1h51	17:44 Amsterdam Zuid	1 change
9363	15:53 Brussels-Midi	1h56	17:49 Amsterdam Centraal	0 changesdirect
9567 · 4068	15:57 Brussels-Midi	2h44	18:41 Amsterdam Centraal	1 change
ES453	17:22 Brussels	3h08	20:30 Amsterdam, Arena	0 changesdirect
9381	18:53 Brussels-Midi	1h40	20:33 Schiphol Airport	0 changesdirect
9381	18:53 Brussels-Midi	1h56	20:49 Amsterdam Centraal	0 changesdirect
Tuesday 22 April
9301	03:53 Brussels-Midi	1h57	05:50 Amsterdam Centraal	0 changesdirect
9301	03:53 Brussels-Midi	1h37	05:30 Schiphol Airport	0 changesdirect
9531	06:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	08:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9535	07:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	09:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9539	08:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	10:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9543	09:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	11:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9547	10:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	12:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9551	11:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	13:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9555	12:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	14:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9559	13:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	15:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
9563	14:49 Brussels-Midi	2h07	16:56 Amsterdam Zuid	0 changesdirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Brussels to Amsterdam?

The best time to book your train from Brussels to Amsterdam is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Brussels to Amsterdam route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Brussels to Amsterdam per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Brussels to Amsterdam.

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Brussels to Amsterdam

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Pro

Equipment

Cons

Punctuality

The journey would have been a great experience if the train hadn't been late. The facilities on the train were very good, as there was working wifi and I was able to charge my devices. The seat was also quite cosy and I had enough legroom. The service was also quite good. Unfortunately, this was all overshadowed by the train's unpunctuality. Overall, a good journey if the train is on time.

Pro

View

Catering

Cons

Cleanliness

The train journey from Brussels to Amsterdam was a fascinating journey with several positive aspects. The route offered interesting insights into the Belgian countryside and made it possible to enjoy the journey to the full. The variety of catering options on board was also impressive. Unfortunately, the cleanliness of the train could be improved in some places to ensure a hygienic environment.

Pro

Personnel

Cons

Hygiene

Unfortunately, there was no wifi or power sockets available. The seats were very comfortable and you had enough legroom. The toilets and seats were a bit dirty. The staff were very good. You didn't have to change trains and the journey wasn't long.

Pro

The fabulous equipment

Cons

I could not recognise any weaknesses

The train journey was very nice. The train was equipped with good wifi, comfortable benches and a relaxed atmosphere. What's more, the sanitary facilities were well cleaned. To summarise, I can say that the journey was exquisite and highly recommended.

Pro

Punctuality

Cons

None at all

I had some positive experiences on the journey. The train was on time to the minute. At the station, the staff were extremely open to problems or questions. Another thing I noticed was the hygiene of the sanitary facilities. I also rate the price-performance ratio with five stars. The only problem was that there was no fast network. Overall, I recommend the connection.

Pro

Punctuality

Cons

None

The return journey from Brussels to Amsterdam was also a pleasant experience. The train was comfortable and modern, and the staff were friendly and courteous. The journey was also punctual and offered a beautiful view of the countryside. All in all, a reliable and recommendable journey.

Pro

Fast

Cons

Toilet

A very pleasant ride and great experience. The journey was very quick and very quiet so I was able to get some sleep. The staff were friendly and helpful. The train was on time and I didn't have to change trains. I also had a small table where I could eat. The price was fair and really reasonable. All in all, it was a very pleasant experience and I can only recommend it.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels to Amsterdam

Belgium

Netherlands

Trains from Brussels to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £6 by bus.

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

173 km

Average train duration

2h 16m

Cheapest ticket price

£18

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 55m

First train

00:06

Last train

23:57

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £6

Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar and PKP Intercity trains Brussels to Amsterdam

For as little as £22 you can travel by train to Amsterdam from Brussels with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar and PKP Intercity. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

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 to Amsterdam from Brussels in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar train to Amsterdam from Brussels, 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).

Train information from Brussels to Amsterdam with Eurostar:

Average Duration: 1 h 52 min
Cheapest Price: £47
Eurostar frequency: 2 a day

European Sleeper is a Belgian-Dutch train company launched in 2021 which operates night train services between Brussels and Amsterdam. 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.

Brussels to Amsterdam train information with European Sleeper:

Average Duration: 2 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: £22

SNCB is the national railway company of Belgium with train tickets to Amsterdam from Brussels. 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 to Amsterdam with SNCB:

Average Duration: 2 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: £22
SNCB frequency: 9 a day

Trains from Brussels to Amsterdam

The journey from the Belgian capital to the Dutch capital is easy with so many regular trains from Brussels to Amsterdam to choose from. On average, there are 36 trains per day, including at weekends and departures are around 20 minutes apart. Direct trains take from just over two hours to just over three hours to complete the trip.

Which train companies go from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Service providers include SNCB | IC (Belgian Rail Intercity) and Eurostar. Both offer direct trains from Brussels to Amsterdam as wells as services with one change en route, normally at Rotterdam Centraal.

How long is the train from Brussels to Amsterdam?

High-speed Eurostar trains can complete the journey in 2 hours and 10 minutes while direct SNCB | IC trains are slightly slower at 3 hours and 20 minutes. Some services require passengers to change at Rotterdam Centraal Station. In the case of SNCB | IC trains, travellers will be transferred to a faster service and the journey time is reduced accordingly to approximately 2 hours 50 minutes.

When are the first and last trains of the day from Brussels to Amsterdam?

The earliest train to Amsterdam departs from Brussels at 5.52 a.m. each morning. The last service of the day is at 9.52 p.m. Trains leave at a rate of three per hour during the day though the number is reduced at off-peak times and at weekends and public holidays.

What facilities are available on trains from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Passengers can choose from two levels of service on most trains from Brussels to Amsterdam. Each of the comfortable carriages has toilet facilities and refreshments and WiFi are available. Assistance is available for disabled passengers on all trains.

What is/are the departure and arrival station(s) for trains from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Departure Station: Trains leave from Brussels Midi Train Station which is just a five-minute walk from the centre of the city. The station is can be reached easily by Metro from any part of the city.

Arrival Station: Amsterdam Centraal Station lies on the banks of the River Amstel close to the city centre. Travellers can walk to Dam Square in the heart of the capital in ten minutes.

FAQs: Brussels to Amsterdam train

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels to Amsterdam 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 to Amsterdam.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Amsterdam can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels to Amsterdam is £37; 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 to Amsterdam train travel time is 1 h 52 min for the 107 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels to Amsterdam leaves at 01: 33. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels to Amsterdam leaves at 22: 22.

Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from Brussels to Amsterdam with Eurostar or SNCB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

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

The high-speed Eurostar train from Brussels to Amsterdam takes around 1 h 52 min.

For the trip from Brussels to Amsterdam you can take a train with Eurostar, European Sleeper or SNCB. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Amsterdam from Brussels on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

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

Passengers board the train most frequently from Brussels-Midi, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Amsterdam Centraal, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Amsterdam from Brussels is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by train is July.

You have options as you can travel to Amsterdam from Brussels 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Amsterdam

Brussels

Amsterdam

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

Brussels-Nord Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Rue du Progrès 76, Vooruitgangstraat 76, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium

Ticket Office Hours

6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.

Dining

Chabrol Brasserie
Winok Café
Félix Wine Bar

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

€0.50

Hotel

Hotel Progress
Hilton Brussels City
Hotel Siru

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Public transport options for Brussels-Nord

Metro: Line 3, Line 4
Tram: Line 25, Line 55
Bus: Several lines available

Brussels Airport-Zaventem Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Brussels National Airport, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Phone Number

+32 2 753 77 53

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 24/7. Access via the main airport entrance.

Dining

Black Pearls
Leffe Bar

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

€1

Hotel

Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel
Novotel Brussels Airport
Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport

Shower

Cost €15

Lounge

Located in the main hall

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Public transport options for Brussels Airport-Zaventem

Train: Direct connections to Brussels and other major cities
Bus: Several lines available

Bruxelles-Midi Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Address

47B Avenue Fonsny, 1060 Brussels, Belgium

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30

Wifi

Wi-Fi is available for a fee.

Lockers

Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.

Dining

Pullman Hotel Bar
Quick Gare du Midi
Subway
EXKi Zuid
Starbucks
Häagen-Dazs
Sbarro
The Coffee Club
The Belgian Chocolate House
PAUL
& many more

Accessibility

Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Hotel

Les Lofts De Styliste
Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
Pullman Brussels Centre Midi

Bruxelles-Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

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