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Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mons to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mons to Brussels will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 40 trains that leave Mons for Brussels every day 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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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3712Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mons to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 52 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Mons to Brussels trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3708 | 8:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 9:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3708 | 8:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 9:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1708 | 8:50 Mons station | 0h59 | 9:49 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1708 | 8:50 Mons station | 0h54 | 9:44 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3709 | 9:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 10:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
3709 | 9:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 10:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1709 | 9:50 Mons station | 0h54 | 10:44 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1709 | 9:50 Mons station | 0h59 | 10:49 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
3710 | 10:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 11:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3710 | 10:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 11:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1710 | 10:50 Mons station | 0h59 | 11:49 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1710 | 10:50 Mons station | 0h54 | 11:44 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3711 | 11:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 12:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3711 | 11:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 12:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1711 | 11:50 Mons station | 0h59 | 12:49 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1711 | 11:50 Mons station | 0h54 | 12:44 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3712 | 12:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 13:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
3712 | 12:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 13:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1712 | 12:50 Mons station | 0h59 | 13:49 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1712 | 12:50 Mons station | 0h54 | 13:44 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3713 | 13:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 14:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3713 | 13:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 14:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1713 | 13:50 Mons station | 0h59 | 14:49 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1713 | 13:50 Mons station | 0h54 | 14:44 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3714 | 14:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 15:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
3714 | 14:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 15:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1714 | 14:50 Mons station | 0h53 | 15:43 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1714 | 14:50 Mons station | 0h58 | 15:48 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
3715 | 15:20 Mons station | 0h53 | 16:13 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
3715 | 15:20 Mons station | 0h58 | 16:18 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1715 | 15:50 Mons station | 0h59 | 16:49 Brussels-North | 0 changesdirect | |
1715 | 15:50 Mons station | 0h54 | 16:44 Brussels-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Mons to Brussels run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 46m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
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Brussels-Midi -> Grand-Place, Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mons 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.

Most Mons to Brussels trains use the Mons to Bruxelles-Central station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels-Nord. Use this guide to compare Mons and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mons has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Citizen Fox, Copenhagen Tavern
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mons. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mons. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mons: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mons: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mons: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Dream, Hotel Lido Mons Centre, Congres Hotel Mons Van der Valk.
Nimy is 1 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Nimy has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nimy.
ATMs are available at Nimy.
Available at Nimy: WC.
Available at Nimy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Obourg is 4 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Obourg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Obourg.
ATMs are available at Obourg.
Available at Obourg: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Obourg.
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.
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.
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.
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