After enjoying the sights of Brussels, taking memorable pictures against the background of all the "peeing" sculptures, as well as tasting traditional Belgian cuisine, you may have an irresistible desire to continue your vacation in another European country. Often the choice falls on the capital of the Netherlands, which is located only 220 km from Brussels and which can be overcome quickly and comfortably.
Today we will try to compile a list of the most popular, cheapest and fastest routes, answer questions on how to get from Brussels to Amsterdam, and how much such a trip will cost.
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A train
Perhaps the most popular form of transport in this direction is the train. Every day, several high-speed trains depart from the platform of the Central Station of the capital of Belgium at intervals of one hour. To get a complete picture of the current train schedule, as well as to get acquainted with the tariffs, we advise you to visit the official website of the station.
The fastest and most convenient transport is the Thalys high-speed train, you can buy tickets even a few minutes before departure. As in other European cities, it is most profitable to buy a ticket just a few days or even weeks before the expected departure date. Depending on the type of carriage, the ticket price can range from 29 euros (for travel in a second class carriage) to 56 euros (for a seat in a first class carriage). But if you have postponed the purchase of a travel card at the last moment, then be prepared to overpay a little.
The first train from Brussels train station leaves at 06:20, and the last one leaves at 21:00. The total travel time is 3 hours, and delays on the way are extremely rare.
Another company, whose trains run on the railways of several European countries at once, is ready to offer its services to tourists. SNCB trains leave from Bruxelles Midi station several times a day. At the same time, the cost of tickets is somewhat more expensive than that of competitors. But you will reduce the travel time to 2 hours.
Bus
You can quickly get to Amsterdam along the first-class highways that run along the picturesque landscapes, you can also take the bus. The most popular are the services of the Eurolines carrier, whose buses manage to make up to 10 trips in both directions.
The total travel time will be 3.5 hours, and the ticket price will be at least two times lower than that of a railway carrier. One way travel will cost from 14 euros. But if you follow the offers and promotions, you can "grab" a cheaper ticket.
Plane
Air travel can also claim the title of the fastest way to cover the short distance between two European capitals. Since the distance is short, all aircraft in this direction fly non-stop. The cost of the flight starts from 40-50 euros one way and is affordable for any tourist.
The fastest flight to date is the Acces Rail offer, which can be reached in just 2 hours and 50 minutes. By visiting the website of the Belgian airport, you can choose the best flight that suits you both in terms of time and cost. For the sake of fairness, it should be noted that few people get to Amsterdam by plane. A short distance is easier to cover with more accessible and equally high-speed vehicles.
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Car
If you prefer a leisurely journey, like not to depend on other tourists and are not averse to making several stops along the way in order to capture amazing landscapes, eat at a roadside cafe or even deviate a little from the main route - you should definitely choose a car. Several companies that specialize in car rental are ready to offer their services at once.
In this case, your costs will be 50-100 euros one way, depending on the fuel consumption of your car, as well as the route on which you decide to move. If you move without stopping and along the shortest path, you can cover the distance in 2.5-3 hours.
Tourists are actively using another opportunity to quickly and economically get to Amsterdam. It's about finding fellow travelers or hitchhiking. To cut down on fuel costs and alleviate loneliness, many motorists happily agree to "drop" fellow travelers to their destination. You can also use special sites, which always have interesting offers to ride to the Netherlands "with a breeze."
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Now you know how to get from Brussels to Amsterdam, which routes will be the fastest and most economical. We recommend that you think over your route in advance in order to be able to purchase tickets at lower prices.
