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Mémorial 1815
Main visitor museum for the battlefield, using multimedia and artefacts to explain the campaign and the battle in clear chronological order.
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Waterloo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Waterloo will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 53 trains that leave Brussels for Waterloo every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.
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1782The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Waterloo trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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1781 | 10:52 Brussels-Central | 0h26 | 11:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1781 | 11:00 Brussels-Midi | 0h18 | 11:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2032+ 1761 | 11:02 Brussels-North | 0h38 | 11:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2032+ 1761 | 11:07 Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 11:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1982 | 11:13 Brussels-North | 0h35 | 11:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2411+ 3282 | 11:14 Brussels-North | 0h51 | 12:05 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2032+ 1761 | 11:15 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 11:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1982 | 11:18 Brussels-Central | 0h30 | 11:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1982 | 11:25 Brussels-Midi | 0h23 | 11:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
4532+ 1961 | 11:32 Brussels-North | 0h37 | 12:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4532+ 1961 | 11:37 Brussels-Central | 0h32 | 12:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4532+ 1961 | 11:44 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 12:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1782 | 11:47 Brussels-North | 0h31 | 12:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1782 | 11:52 Brussels-Central | 0h26 | 12:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1782 | 12:00 Brussels-Midi | 0h18 | 12:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1778 | 8:00 Brussels-Midi | 0h18 | 8:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2029+ 1758 | 8:02 Brussels-North | 0h38 | 8:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2029+ 1758 | 8:07 Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 8:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1979 | 8:13 Brussels-North | 0h35 | 8:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2408+ 3279 | 8:14 Brussels-North | 0h51 | 9:05 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2029+ 1758 | 8:15 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 8:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1979 | 8:18 Brussels-Central | 0h30 | 8:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1979 | 8:25 Brussels-Midi | 0h23 | 8:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
4529+ 1958 | 8:32 Brussels-North | 0h37 | 9:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4529+ 1958 | 8:37 Brussels-Central | 0h32 | 9:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4529+ 1958 | 8:44 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 9:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1779 | 8:46 Brussels-North | 0h32 | 9:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1779 | 8:51 Brussels-Central | 0h27 | 9:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1779 | 9:00 Brussels-Midi | 0h18 | 9:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2030+ 1759 | 9:02 Brussels-North | 0h38 | 9:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2030+ 1759 | 9:07 Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 9:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1980 | 9:13 Brussels-North | 0h35 | 9:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2409+ 3280 | 9:14 Brussels-North | 0h51 | 10:05 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2030+ 1759 | 9:15 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 9:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1980 | 9:18 Brussels-Central | 0h30 | 9:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1980 | 9:25 Brussels-Midi | 0h23 | 9:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
4530+ 1959 | 9:32 Brussels-North | 0h37 | 10:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4530+ 1959 | 9:37 Brussels-Central | 0h32 | 10:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4530+ 1959 | 9:44 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 10:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1780 | 9:47 Brussels-North | 0h31 | 10:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1780 | 9:52 Brussels-Central | 0h26 | 10:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1780 | 10:00 Brussels-Midi | 0h18 | 10:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2031+ 1760 | 10:02 Brussels-North | 0h38 | 10:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2031+ 1760 | 10:07 Brussels-Central | 0h33 | 10:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1981 | 10:13 Brussels-North | 0h35 | 10:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
2410+ 3281 | 10:14 Brussels-North | 0h51 | 11:05 Waterloo | 1 change | |
2031+ 1760 | 10:15 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 10:40 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1981 | 10:18 Brussels-Central | 0h30 | 10:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
1981 | 10:25 Brussels-Midi | 0h23 | 10:48 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
4531+ 1960 | 10:32 Brussels-North | 0h37 | 11:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4531+ 1960 | 10:37 Brussels-Central | 0h32 | 11:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
4531+ 1960 | 10:44 Brussels-Midi | 0h25 | 11:09 Waterloo | 1 change | |
1781 | 10:47 Brussels-North | 0h31 | 11:18 Waterloo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Brussels to Waterloo run on average 29 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 18m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:39 |
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Discover the best of Waterloo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Waterloo trip today.
Main visitor museum for the battlefield, using multimedia and artefacts to explain the campaign and the battle in clear chronological order.
Museum in Wellington's former headquarters, with uniforms, maps and objects linked to the battle and the Duke's command post.
Panoramic historical installation presenting the Battle of Waterloo through a monumental circular artwork and atmospheric staging.
Wooded battlefield ridge and paths around the memorials, ideal for walking between major 1815 sites and understanding the landscape.
Forest-edge walking area south of Waterloo, valued for quiet trails and access to part of the wider Sonian woodland landscape.
Central square in Waterloo with shops, civic buildings and easy access to the Wellington Museum and parish church.
A rich beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark Belgian beer. A comforting national classic widely eaten in Brabant and across Belgium.
Crisp Belgian chips traditionally served in a paper cone with mayonnaise. They are a point of local pride and a staple snack across the region.
Steamed mussels, often with white wine, celery and onion, usually eaten with chips. A beloved Belgian bistro dish in season.
Refined Belgian and French dining in an elegant setting, known for polished seasonal cooking and a quieter atmosphere.
Well-known brasserie serving Belgian classics, seafood and grills in a lively, traditional atmosphere in central Waterloo.
Casual local venue for Belgian beers and hearty dishes, useful for trying regional brews with straightforward bistro food.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are pricier than budget destinations, but Waterloo is often cheaper than central Brussels. Local buses and trains are reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Waterloo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Waterloo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Waterloo trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Waterloo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: 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.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
Waterloo is 1 km from Waterloo city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Waterloo.
Available at Waterloo: WC.
Available at Waterloo: Bike Parking.
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