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How to Book Train Travel From Amsterdam To Brussels

Brussels is a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. While Brussels may not have the quaint canals of Amsterdam, its culinary specialties and impressive architecture make it well worth the visit. With trains departing several times a day, transfers between Brussels and Amsterdam have never been easier, especially with the introduction of the high-speed Thalys train.

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Instructions

Plan Your Journey
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  Book your tickets online as soon as possible. Reservations on the Thalys train can be made up to three months (90 days) in advance.
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  Look for promotional fares. It's possible to get up to 50 percent off the price of a ticket if you book one of the promotional fares offered by the Dutch Railway.
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  Bring reading material or card games for the trip. It takes approximately 3 hours to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Brussels Midi Station.
Take a High-Speed Train From Amsterdam to Brussels
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  Spend more time at your destination. Thalys trains take roughly 30 minutes less to reach Brussels Midi station from Amsterdam. With the reduction in travel time, you'll have plenty of time left to explore Brussels.
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  Take advantage of money-saving fares. Thalys frequently offers promotional fares for families, students and early birds. In fact, you can score a ticket for as little as 25 euros one-way with these promotions.
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  Travel when your schedule allows. With 5 daily departures from Amsterdam to Brussels, you can select the travel time that best suits your schedule.
Save Money With an Inter-City Train from Amsterdam to Brussels
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  Keep your money where it belongs--in your pocket. Fares for inter-city trains booked through Netherlands Railways are usually 10 to 15 euros cheaper than their Thalys counterparts.
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  Enjoy the flexibility of inter-city trains. Daily trains depart from Amsterdam every hour, headed for Brussels.