Shortest travel time:
2 h 48 m
Longest travel time:
3 h 28 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$80
Avg. daily departures:
49
Earliest departure:
05:44
Latest departure:
20:44
Brussels
Brussels train stations
Midi
47B Avenue Fonsny 1060, Brussels, Belgium
Brussels - North Station
Boulevard Roi Albert II, 1030 Brussels, Belgium
Brussels - South Station
Rue de France / Frankrijkstraat, 1060 Brussels, Belgium
Brussels-Central
Carrefour de l'Europe / Europakruispunt 2 B-1000 City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region Belgium, Brussels, Belgium
173 km
Amsterdam
Amsterdam train stations
Centraal station
Stationsplein, 1012 AB, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Brussels to Amsterdam Train Information

If you are planning to visit both charismatic Brussels and picturesque Amsterdam, think about traveling between these breathtaking cities onboard a modern bullet train. The Thalys trains, running on the Brussels - Amsterdam railway route, are a shining example of what all modern trains should be like. They are spacious and very well-equipped, offering to take advantage of comfortable seats, big windows, plenty of legroom, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, as well as power sockets. Plus, most of the Brussels to Amsterdam high-speed trains have restaurant cars where you can buy snacks and drinks during the ride.

Is there a direct train from Brussels to Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct Brussels - Amsterdam train. There are several train operators to choose from on this route, but we recommend traveling by a high-speed Thalys train, offering the best onboard amenities as well as incredibly short travel times.

How do I get from Brussels to Amsterdam by train?

Traveling between the cities on a train is very simple. First, you need to go to the Midi Station in Brussels. It’s located in the center of Brussels, so there shouldn’t be any problems finding nor reaching it. There you can take a direct train going to the capital of the Netherlands and find yourself at the Amsterdam Centraal Station in less than 2 hours.

How long does it take to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by train?

A ride on a Thalys train is among the fastest ways to travel between spectacular Belgium and the mesmerizing Netherlands. The overall Brussels to Amsterdam train time is only 1 hour 50 minutes.

Brussels to Amsterdam Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
2 hrs 48 min
3 hrs 28 min
05:44
11:44
22
Afternoon trains
2 hrs 48 min
3 hrs 20 min
12:44
17:44
17
Evening trains
2 hrs 48 min
3 hrs 28 min
18:44
20:44
10

Trains on Brussels - Amsterdam Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
IC (BeNe)
IC (BeNe)
High-speed train
2 hrs 48 min
$80
16
IC (BeNe)
IC (BeNe)
Train with 1 change
2 hrs 49 min
$80
16
IC (BeNe)
IC (BeNe)
Train with 2 changes
3 hrs 20 min
$80
17
9.2 / 10 based on 36 reviews

Brussels to Amsterdam Train Review & Rating

Had a lovely trip from Brussels to Amsterdam, quick and comfortable travel option

Joyce D. about traveling from Brussels to Amsterdam