Hasselt to Brussels train with Intercity

Thu 03 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hasselt to Brussels

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept

Cheapest price on 03 Sept

£15

Average ticket price on 03 Sept

£15

Fastest journey on 03 Sept

59 m

Average journey duration on 03 Sept

1 h

Trains on 03 Sept

51

Distance

70 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hasselt to Brussels will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

On Thu 03 Sept, we found 51 trains from Hasselt to Brussels, including 39 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.

  • Intercity2633 · 3633
    11:361h02
    Hasselt station
    12:38Brussels-North
    £151One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity1730
    8:111h11
    Hasselt station
    9:22Brussels-Midi
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity2630 · 3630
    8:361h13
    Hasselt station
    9:49Brussels-Midi
    £151One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity1733
    11:111h06
    Hasselt station
    12:17Brussels-Central
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity3631
    9:271h17
    Hasselt station
    10:44Brussels-Central
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hasselt to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hasselt to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 70 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£16

Average Price

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£12

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 47m

Average total duration

1h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Intercity

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hasselt to Brussels is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Hasselt to Brussels:

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hasselt to Brussels costing on average £16.

The fastest way to travel from Hasselt to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hasselt and Brussels including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 16m by car). Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with SNCB.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Hasselt to Brussels train times

The table below shows live departures for Hasselt to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Intercity15308:00 Hasselt station
1h24
9:24 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity15308:00 Hasselt station
1h19
9:19 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity15308:00 Hasselt station
1h13
9:13 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity17308:11 Hasselt station
1h11
9:22 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity17308:11 Hasselt station
0h59
9:10 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity17308:11 Hasselt station
1h06
9:17 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity36308:27 Hasselt station
1h17
9:44 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity36308:27 Hasselt station
1h11
9:38 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity36308:27 Hasselt station
1h22
9:49 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2630 · 36308:36 Hasselt station
1h13
9:49 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity2630 · 36308:36 Hasselt station
1h02
9:38 Brussels-North1 change
Intercity2630 · 36308:36 Hasselt station
1h08
9:44 Brussels-Central1 change
Intercity15319:00 Hasselt station
1h13
10:13 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity15319:00 Hasselt station
1h20
10:20 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity15319:00 Hasselt station
1h25
10:25 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity17319:11 Hasselt station
1h06
10:17 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity17319:11 Hasselt station
1h11
10:22 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity17319:11 Hasselt station
0h59
10:10 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity36319:27 Hasselt station
1h17
10:44 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity36319:27 Hasselt station
1h22
10:49 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity36319:27 Hasselt station
1h11
10:38 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity2631 · 36319:36 Hasselt station
1h02
10:38 Brussels-North1 change
Intercity2631 · 36319:36 Hasselt station
1h08
10:44 Brussels-Central1 change
Intercity2631 · 36319:36 Hasselt station
1h13
10:49 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity153210:00 Hasselt station
1h13
11:13 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity153210:00 Hasselt station
1h20
11:20 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity153210:00 Hasselt station
1h25
11:25 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity173210:11 Hasselt station
0h59
11:10 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity173210:11 Hasselt station
1h06
11:17 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity173210:11 Hasselt station
1h11
11:22 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity363210:27 Hasselt station
1h22
11:49 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity363210:27 Hasselt station
1h17
11:44 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity363210:27 Hasselt station
1h11
11:38 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity2632 · 363210:36 Hasselt station
1h13
11:49 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity2632 · 363210:36 Hasselt station
1h02
11:38 Brussels-North1 change
Intercity2632 · 363210:36 Hasselt station
1h08
11:44 Brussels-Central1 change
Intercity153311:00 Hasselt station
1h20
12:20 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity153311:00 Hasselt station
1h25
12:25 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity153311:00 Hasselt station
1h13
12:13 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity173311:11 Hasselt station
1h06
12:17 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity173311:11 Hasselt station
0h59
12:10 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity173311:11 Hasselt station
1h11
12:22 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity363311:27 Hasselt station
1h17
12:44 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity363311:27 Hasselt station
1h22
12:49 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity363311:27 Hasselt station
1h11
12:38 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity2633 · 363311:36 Hasselt station
1h02
12:38 Brussels-North1 change
Intercity2633 · 363311:36 Hasselt station
1h13
12:49 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity2633 · 363311:36 Hasselt station
1h08
12:44 Brussels-Central1 change
Intercity153412:00 Hasselt station
1h13
13:13 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity153412:00 Hasselt station
1h20
13:20 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity153412:00 Hasselt station
1h25
13:25 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hasselt to Brussels

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Trains from Hasselt to Brussels run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 12m.

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 £5
Distance
70 km
Average train duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
37
Direct trains
25
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
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 £5

Train companies: Intercity, Regional, SNCB from Hasselt to Brussels trainsIntercity, Regional, SNCB trains will get you between Hasselt and Brussels from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£10
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Regional

About
The term \Regional\" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, \"Regionalbahn\" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regional Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Regional Price
£10
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCB Duration
55m
Cheapest SNCB Price
£10
SNCB frequency
51 a day

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Things to do in Brussels

Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.

  • Must visit

Magritte Museum

Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.

  • Recommended

Oldmasters Museum

Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.

  • Recommended

Horta Museum

Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.

FAQs: Hasselt to Brussels train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hasselt to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hasselt to Brussels can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Hasselt to Brussels covers a distance of 70 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 37 per day.
The train distance from Hasselt to Brussels is 70 km.
The first train from Hasselt to Brussels leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Hasselt to Brussels departs at 23:56.
Trains from Hasselt to Brussels run approximately 37 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hasselt to Brussels.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hasselt and Brussels. The service operates 25 times per day, provided by SNCB.
To get from Hasselt to Brussels, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Hasselt to Brussels.
The train station in Hasselt that goes to Brussels is Hasselt station, and it arrives at Brussels-Central.
The cheapest way to get from Hasselt to Brussels is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Hasselt to Brussels in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hasselt to Brussels offers a pleasant view of the Belgian countryside, including charming villages and lush greenery, though it is not typically described as exceptionally scenic compared to more renowned routes.
Yes, a day trip from Hasselt to Brussels is feasible. The journey takes 1h 12m, covers a distance of 70 km, and there are 13 trains per day.
Explore the vibrant Marolles district, known for its eclectic mix of antique shops and street art. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire, home to impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at renowned chocolatiers, and discover the lively atmosphere of the Saint-Géry district with trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Visit Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Atomium for panoramic city views, the famous Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum for surrealist art.
To explore Brussels' main attractions, including the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Hasselt to Brussels.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hasselt and Brussels

Most Hasselt to Brussels trains use the Hasselt to Bruxelles-Central station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Midi. Use this guide to compare Hasselt and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hasselt
Arrival train stations in Brussels

Which Hasselt station do trains to Brussels leave from?

Trains from Hasselt to Brussels leave from Hasselt. The station is 1 km from Hasselt city centre at Stationsplein 2, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium.
HasseltStationsplein 2, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium+32 11 23 94 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Hasselt from Hasselt city centre

Bus12, 121, X18, X19, 196, 197, 20a, 20b, 203, 204, 207, 209, 29, 296, 297, 36a, 36b, 363, 44, 472, 48, 489, 513, 2, 4 · 8m · £3 · every ~43 min

Hasselt train station facilities and services

Hasselt 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant De Goei Goesting, Brasserie De Boulevard

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hasselt. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Hasselt. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hasselt: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hasselt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hasselt: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Hasselt, Radisson Blu Hotel Hasselt, YUP Hotel.

Kiewit3500 Hasselt, BelgiumDiningATMAccessibilityBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Kiewit from Hasselt city centre

Kiewit is 2 km from Hasselt city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIc · 11m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
BusX19, X18, 29, 48, 196, 513, 489, 197, 297, 296 · 4m · £3 · every ~12 min
X18, X19, 196, 197, 29, 296, 297, 48, 489, 513 · 7m · £3 · every ~12 min
Bus · 17m · every ~3 min

Kiewit train station facilities and services

Kiewit has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Kiewit.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Kiewit.

Bike and car services

Available at Kiewit: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kiewit.

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