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How much do train tickets cost in Belgium?

In 2nd class, the fixed amount is ? 1,2923, per single journey. In 1st class, it is ? 1,6800 (less than 37km) or ? 1,8092 (37km - 51km) or ? 1,9901 (52km and more) per single journey. The minimum price per single journey is ? 2,50 in 2nd and ? 3,30 in 1st class.



In 2026, train travel in Belgium remains relatively affordable but saw a scheduled price adjustment on February 1st. A Standard Ticket for a single journey between major cities like Brussels and Bruges typically costs between €16 and €22, depending on the distance. For those over 65, the "Senior Ticket" offers incredible value, capped at a maximum of €5.50 for a return trip anywhere in the country if you have the "Train+" subscription. Young travelers under 26 can utilize the "Youth Ticket" for a flat rate of around €7.50 per journey. Frequent commuters often use the "Standard Multi" (formerly the Rail Pass), which provides 10 trips for roughly €99, bringing the cost per trip down to under €10. It is important to note that tickets purchased on the train involve a surcharge, so using the SNCB/NMBS app or station kiosks is always cheaper. Supplementary fees for bringing a bicycle (€3–€5) or a pet (€3) remain in place. For international trips, like the Eurostar to London or the night train to Berlin, prices vary wildly based on booking time, with "early bird" fares starting as low as €79.

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You can pay for your trip using your contactless bank card (debit or credit), smartphone or smartwatch. Every STIB bus, tram and metro station is equipped with a specific contactless payment device.

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Nationwide Amtrak Discounts Before you start clicking links, make sure to check Amtrak's Weekly Specials, on sale between Tuesday and Friday each week. These are deeply discounted fares (often up to 80% off) that can be for any train in the country. It's a grab bag, but you might get lucky.

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A light meal, snack or breakfast (depending on the journey and time of day) is included in the price of the ticket and served at your seat for passengers in Premium (between Belgium, Feance, the Netherlands and Germany) or Standard Premier (to/from London).

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Travel during peak travel periods will usually see you paying more as there is more demand for tickets. For that reason, the best days to buy tickets are generally in the middle of the week between Tuesday and Thursday, the former considered the best of all by several sources.

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Reserve Early The earlier you book your tickets, the more likely you are to get the lowest fare available for the dates you want on the routes along your journey. You may book your travel up to 11 months in advance.

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