Trains from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal
| Avg. journey time | 2h 06m |
| Trains per day | 27 |
| Fare range | €25.00 - €618.00 |
| Distance | 175km |
| Train operators | ALSA, NS, |
| First train departs at | 06:11 |
| Last train departs at | 21:11 |
| Fastest route | 1h 49m |
| Changes | Direct |
| Origin Station | Brussels |
| Destination Station | Amsterdam-Centraal |
Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal train times
Eurostar, NS and Thalys trains from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal
Eurostar, NS and Thalys trains from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal
Eurostar, NS and Thalys trains from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal
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Thalys
Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed train service that links London to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam and the rest of Europe at speeds of up to 320km/h. All Eurostar trains have modern, comfortable facilities, plenty of room for luggage, and onboard food and beverage car. There are three comfort classes on offer – Standard, Standard Premier (equivalent to Premium Economy, with light refreshments served), and Business Premier (equivalent to First or Business Class, with flexible travel options, priority boarding, lounge access and delicious food and drink included).
NS is the main railway operator in the Netherlands. It connects the four corners of the country with regional, medium-distance and high-speed trains. It's also possible for you to travel at night thanks to multi-line night trains, including Schiphol and Eindhoven airports. All trains are equipped with two comfort classes – First Class and Second Class.
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Thalys is the railway company connecting four European countries – France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. Thalys trains run at a speed of up to 300km/h and have three comfort classes on all services called – Standard, Comfort and Premium (equivalent to the First Class, with access to the Thalys Lounge). All Thalys trains have a car restaurant (called Thalys Welcome Bar) and a free WiFi connection.
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Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal train prices
Train tickets from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal start at €25.00 if purchased from 3 to 6 months in advance. Prices for train journeys from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal start at €55.43 when you book at least 28 days in advance.* Tickets usually go on sale 3 months in advance, yet in some rare cases this can be up to 6 months. For more precise information on when you can book your tickets or whether there are any promotional sales, click here.
How long does it take to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal by train?
The average journey time between Brussels and Amsterdam-Centraal is 2 hours and 6 minutes and the fastest journey time is 1 hour and 49 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 30 trains per day travelling from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What time is the first and last train of the day from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal?
The first train from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal departs at 06:11. The last train from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal departs at 21:11. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services. Alternatively, some popular routes may run throughout the night at a reduced frequency. There may also be less services on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Are there direct train services between Brussels and Amsterdam-Centraal?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal without having to change trains. There are 27 direct trains from Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
How do I get back to Brussels?
By train, of course. See trains from Amsterdam-Centraal to Brussels.
- *Average prices for adult tickets in economy. Discount cards and coach journey excluded. Prices are based on searches made by our customers over the past 6 months. "14 days in advance" includes days 13 and 15.
- **The information provided is calculated based on scheduled train services for Brussels to Amsterdam-Centraal for a typical week day using timetable data for 18/09/2018. On weekends, holidays or other exceptional times, fewer services may be available. The fare range provided has been found by our customers on Trainline on 19/06/2018 for travel on 19/06/2018 and for adult tickets in economy, discount cards and coach journeys excluded.