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Transportation
| The following airlines provide air service from the United States to Brussels: | |
| American Airlines | Chicago (ORD), New York (JFK) and Boston (BOS) - daily |
| Continental Airlines | Newark (EWR) - daily |
| Delta Airlines | New York (JFK) and Atlanta (ATL) - daily |
| Jet Airways | Newark (EWR) / New York (JFK) / Toronto (YYZ) - daily. |
| Brussels Airlines | New York (JFK co-share with AA) - daily |
| United Airlines | Washington, DC (IAD) - daily |
| US Airways | Philadelphia (PHL) - daily |
| Air Canada | Montreal and Toronto - daily (Summer 2010) |
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All overseas flights arrive at Brussels National Airport. There is no domestic air transportation in between Belgian cities.
For flights between Brussels and other European cities: National carrier of Belgium. Covers Europe, the Middle East and Africa with connections to Asia and The Americas through code share agreements.
For flights between Brussels/Antwerp and other European cities on various carriers.
Charter flights and helicopter rentals.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport Located 1 hour from Brussels, mainly for charter flights. |
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From/to Belgium - International Connections: The train stations in London, Paris and Brussels are located in the center of each city.
For information on the Eurostar, Thalys, Benelux Pass, Rail passes in Europe, point-to-point tickets, international train connections and reservations, please contact Rail Europe or The Belgian Rail Road
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The Eurostar train links London and Brussels in 1h51 minutes. Trains depart/arrive at the Brussels South Station (Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid) and depart/arrive at the London St. Pancras International Terminal . Up to 9 daily departures. It also stops at Ashford/England. For the Eurostar train, you need to reserve your seat in advance, you can do it through: Rail Europe or the Belgian Rail Road or Eurostar.
The Eurostar High Speed Savings Plan from Rail Europe. The Eurostar train is known for whisking travelers between London, Paris and Brussels with panoramic views in comfort and serenity. And now Europe’s spectacular high-speed train can help you save money too. With the Eurostar High Speed Savings Plan from Rail Europe. Get Leisure Select class tickets starting at just $155 and Standard class from $81*. But hurry. Because booking quickly really pays.
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The Thalys train links Paris and Brussels in 85 minutes. There are 25 Thalys trains departing daily in each direction between Paris and Brussels. Thalys roundtrip fares start at $96 (2nd class). Trains depart/arrive at the Brussels South Station (Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid) and depart/arrive at the Paris North Station (Paris Nord) or at the Charles De Gaulle Airport. It also links Brussels to Koln and Amsterdam in 2h30 minutes. The Thalys train stops also at the following Belgian train stations: Liege-Guillemins, Antwerp-Berchem, Mons, Charleroi-South, Namur, Bruges and Ghent-St-Pieters. For the Thalys train, you need to reserve your tickets in advance: Rail Europe or the Belgian Rail Road or Thalys.
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For guaranteed US dollar rate, make reservations in the US. Minimum driving age is 25 years old. (When renting with Alamo the minimum driving age is 21 years old.) Valid US driver's license is accepted for stays of less than 90 days.
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| Brussels International Limousine Service | |
| Carey Worldwide Chauffeured Services | |
| Direct Way Limousine | Eagle mobility |
| Euro Travel Star | JR Lines |
| Limo Rental | Modern Car Worldwide Chauffeur Drive |
| Pierre Yves Chauffeur & Guide |
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Directory of Taxis: Telephone numbers for taxis in the Brussels region.
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Taxis are available at taxi stands or at hotel entrances. Taxi fare is displayed on the meter, including the service charge. Minimum fare: 2.40 Euro daytime; 4.40 Euro evening. Average price per KM (0.62 miles): 1.23 Euro in Brussels; 2.46 Euro outside Brussels. Average transport price between Brussels Airport and Brussels city center: 38 Euro. |
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B-Rail A dense train network connects all of Belgium. National and international passes are available at major train stations in Belgium. The B-rail website will give you timetables, price and online ticket for your train trip in Belgium.
Seat reservations are not available on Belgian trains (except for groups). Travel is valid only for dates shown on the ticket. First and 2nd class tickets are available.
Trains leave, on average, every 1/2 hour between all major Belgian cities. The first train leaves at approximately 5:00 am and the last one departs at approximately 11:00 pm.
Coin-operated lockers as well as luggage service are available in major train stations.
Bicycles may be rented at major train stations, you can also travel with them on regular trains.
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The Eurostar train links London and Brussels in 1h51 minutes. Trains depart/arrive at the Brussels South Station (Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid) and depart/arrive at the London St. Pancras International Terminal . Up to 9 daily departures. It also stops at Ashford/England. For the Eurostar train, you need to reserve your seat in advance, you can do it through: Rail Europe or the Belgian Rail Road or Eurostar.
The Eurostar High Speed Savings Plan from Rail Europe. The Eurostar train is known for whisking travelers between London, Paris and Brussels with panoramic views in comfort and serenity. And now Europe’s spectacular high-speed train can help you save money too. With the Eurostar High Speed Savings Plan from Rail Europe. Get Leisure Select class tickets starting at just $155 and Standard class from $81*. But hurry. Because booking quickly really pays.
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The Thalys train links Paris and Brussels in 85 minutes. There are 25 Thalys trains departing daily in each direction between Paris and Brussels. Thalys roundtrip fares start at $96 (2nd class). Trains depart/arrive at the Brussels South Station (Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid) and depart/arrive at the Paris North Station (Paris Nord) or at the Charles De Gaulle Airport. It also links Brussels to Koln and Amsterdam in 2h30 minutes. The Thalys train stops also at the following Belgian train stations: Liege-Guillemins, Antwerp-Berchem, Mons, Charleroi-South, Namur, Bruges and Ghent-St-Pieters. For the Thalys train, you need to reserve your tickets in advance: Rail Europe or the Belgian Rail Road or Thalys.
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Belgian Rail System: Specials & Passes 12 years of age and under ride free during off peak travel (after 9:01 am). During peak travel children ride at a 50% discount off the normal ticket price.
Seniors can purchase a roundtrip ticket for 5 Euro (Restrictions: weekdays before 9:00 am and weekends during public holidays).
Unlimited rides for one week for 75 Euros. This pass can not be shared.
81 Euro for 10 trips inside Belgium (2nd class) . The pass can be shared by several passengers.
10 trips inside Belgium for 50 Euro available for youths under 26. The pass can be shared by several passengers .
The "all-in-one" formula of the Belgian Rail System: trains, visits, attractions, connections - reductions on everything with just one purchase.
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Bastogne
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Bruges
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Dinant
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Liege
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Namur
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Tournai
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* Price in Euros for one ticket from Brussels
** Average traveling time from Brussels Central
Brussels Airport Express: direct link between Brussels Airport and the cities of Utrecht, Rotterdam and Breda in the Netherlands. Eurolines: For long distance travel between European countries.
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TEC Itinerary and timetables for buses in French speaking Wallonia.
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Travel by train between cities and by bus/tram/metro within the city. Metro (subway) is available only in Brussels. There is a standard flat-fare system (single ticket Euro 1.50), with discounts for 5-journey (Euro 6.70) and 10-journey (Euro 10.50) One-day travel card (valid until midnight - Euro 4.00). All are available at various metro stations and newspaper stands.
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De Reiskarre |
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Useful Belgian search engine to find RV's (mobile homes). |
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Rental company located in Beersel (Brussels area). |
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RV rental in Belgium & throughout Europe. |
| Distance from Brussels to major cities | |||||
| Arlon | 116 miles | Dinant | 58 miles | Namur | 39 miles |
| Bouillon | 97 miles | Mons | 35 miles | Spa | 86 miles |
| Bastogne | 93 miles | Liege | 61 miles | Tournai | 52 miles |
| Maps and distance information are also available on our website here . | |||||
