The cheapest and fastest trains from Valenciennes to Brussels
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valenciennes to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valenciennes to Brussels will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 4 trains that leave Valenciennes for Brussels every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
19:101h46Valenciennes20:56Brussels£261One-way0 changes
20:211h35Valenciennes21:56Brussels£341One-way0 changes
19:211h35Valenciennes20:56Brussels£351One-way0 changes
17:191h37Valenciennes18:56Brussels£431One-way0 changes
20:211h35Valenciennes21:56Brussels£341One-way0 changes
19:211h35Valenciennes20:56Brussels£351One-way0 changes
17:191h37Valenciennes18:56Brussels£431One-way0 changes
19:101h46Valenciennes20:56Brussels£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Valenciennes to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valenciennes to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£33 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Valenciennes to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Valenciennes to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:19 Valenciennes | 1h37 | 18:56 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:10 Valenciennes | 1h46 | 20:56 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:21 Valenciennes | 1h35 | 20:56 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:21 Valenciennes | 1h35 | 21:56 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Valenciennes to Brussels trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to find the best option for your trip from Valenciennes to Brussels.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Valenciennes to Brussels.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Valenciennes to Brussels.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Valenciennes to Brussels
Trains from Valenciennes to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Valenciennes to Brussels trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Valenciennes and Brussels from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TGV
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Valenciennes to Brussels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valenciennes 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Valenciennes and Brussels
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- 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
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms
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