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| Brussels Local Reference INFOrmation
Route maps and booking information for the national rail service, regional trains and the urban train network: to help you find your way around Brussels.
The Belgian National Railways is run by the SNCB/NMBS - Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Belges/Nationale Maatschappij der Belgische Spoorwegen (the French and Flemish names respectively).
The SNCB/NMBS has a number of different train types running from Brussels' main stations.
International trains connect with domestic trains at Brussels' Gare du Midi/Brussel Zuid. With all Eurostar and Deutsch Bahn and some Thalys tickets it is possible to finish a journey for free on domestic trains. Planning a journey
Train Services in the Brussels RegionBrussels has three railway stations:
Fares, Railcards & Discounts
RailcardsThere are a number of different railcards available for regular journeys, students, business travellers and for those under 26.
Tickets and ReservationsCombined tickets are available allowing rail transport to the city and then bus or tram transport within the city. Domestic tickets are sold at railway stations. International tickets may be bought via the Internet, telephone, at railway stations and at certain travel agents.
All high-speed and sleeper trains must be booked in advance for cheap fares, either online or using a travel agency. Note: Rail tickets are inspected on board. Fines are levied for travelling without a ticket. Services for Disabled PassengersThe SNCB/NMBS provides services on trains and at stations to help passengers with reduced mobility.
Practical InformationPractical information on sales venues, station facilities, parking cards, transporting pets, bikes and outsize objects on trains, and information about the recovery of lost property can be found on the SNCB/NMBS website. Animals on TrainsThere are regulations for animals travelling on trains in Belgium:
Bicycles on TrainsBicycles may be taken on trains, passengers must buy a special ticket. There is a limited number of spaces for bicycles on trains and it is recommended not to travel with a bicycle at peak times.
Expectant mothersIn the last four months of pregnancy expectant mothers can travel in first class on a second-class ticket. A medical certificate stating the due date may be required for this. Subsidised rail commutingEmployers can participate in a government-subsidised scheme to help employees travel to work by rail. This is a government measure to reduce road use. Related Information
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