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Information about the Aachen to Brussels train

Travel by train from Aachen to Brussels. 13 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Aachen at 7h 19m and the last at 22h 20m, allowing you to cover the 122.05 km distance in as little as 1h 06m.

Cheap train tickets from Aachen to Brussels

How much does a train ticket from Aachen to Brussels cost?

Remember to book early to take advantage of the best fares. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

How long does a journey on a train from Aachen to Brussels take?

The Aachen to Brussels journey takes no more than 1h 10m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Aachen to Brussels?

The fastest train can complete the journey from Aachen to Brussels in 1h 06m.

How many trains run from Aachen to Brussels each day?

13 trains complete the Aachen to Brussels journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Aachen and Brussels?

There is at least one Direct Journey available between Aachen and Brussels.

What is the distance between Aachen and Brussels by train?

Trains running between Aachen and Brussels cover a distance of around 122.05 km.

What time is the first train from Aachen to Brussels?

Take a morning journey on the Aachen to Brussels train departing at 7h 19m.

What time is the last train from Aachen to Brussels?

You have until 22h 20m to take the last train.

To leave Aachen, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page presents a list of trains departing from: AACHEN HBF.

At Brussels, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: BRUXELLES-MIDI / BRUSSEL-ZUID, BRUXELLES-NORD / BRUSSEL-NOORD.

Which train companies operate trains from Aachen to Brussels?

For your journey from Aachen to Brussels, you can travel with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn (DB).

What services are offered on board?

If you feel a little hungry, enjoy access to the bar carriage, where you can choose from a wide selection of hot or cold drinks as well as savoury or sweet dishes and snacks. What would you like today?

Cheap Aachen - Brussels Eurostar train tickets

Find the best price for your Aachen - Brussels Eurostar (formerly Thalys) ticket

Thalys has changed its name and is now part of Eurostar. To get the best price for your Aachen – Brussels journey, remember to book in advance. To help you plan, Eurostar tickets go on sale 6 to 8 months before the departure date. Don't hesitate to compare the different classes of tickets: Eurostar Standard, Eurostar Plus and Eurostar Premier.

Fantastic deals for journeys to Brussels

Check out our amazing train fare deals on SNCF Connect: take advantage of promos and the best-priced tickets in France and across Europe throughout the year.

Tickets and classes available on the Aachen - Brussels Eurostar (Thalys) service

SNCF Connect offers three different classes for the Aachen - Brussels Eurostar train: Eurostar Standard for cheaper tickets, equivalent to a TGV INOUI second class fare; Eurostar Plus for more space and comfort; and Eurostar Premier for the utmost comfort and extra services.

Eurostar Standard

The Eurostar Standard class offers low-cost fares to Brussels from Aachen. Your Eurostar Standard ticket includes:

  • Eurostar Standard seat
  • Individual electrical socket
  • Free Wi-Fi connection
  • Access to the buffet car (drinks, meals and snacks available)
  • 2 pieces of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage

Eurostar Standard tickets can be exchanged free of charge up to 1 hour before the train's initial departure time. If your replacement ticket is more expensive, you will have to pay the difference. If it's cheaper, you won't be offered a refund. Eurostar Standard tickets are also refundable with a €25 charge per person/per journey up to 7 days before the date of departure. A ticket exchanged less than 7 days before the departure date is non-refundable.

Eurostar Plus

The Eurostar Plus class offers a superior of level of comfort, so you settle back and relax throughout your journey from Aachen to Brussels. Your Eurostar Plus ticket includes:

  • A comfy, wider seat
  • Individual electrical socket
  • Free Wi-Fi connection
  • Access to the buffet car (drinks, meals and snacks available)
  • 2 pieces of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • A warm welcome when you reach the platform

Eurostar Plus tickets can be exchanged free of charge up to 1 hour before the initial departure time. If your replacement ticket is more expensive, you will have to pay the difference. If it's cheaper, you won't be offered a refund. Eurostar Plus tickets are also refundable with a €25 charge per person/per journey up to 7 days before the date of departure. A ticket exchanged less than 7 days before the departure date is non-refundable.

Eurostar Premier

If you want to take a train between Aachen and Brussels that ensures maximum comfort and flexibility, go for Eurostar Premier class, which also comes with more services. Your Eurostar Premier ticket includes:

  • A comfy, wider seat
  • Individual electrical socket
  • Free Wi-Fi connection
  • Onboard meals served at your seat throughout the day
  • 3 pieces of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Guaranteed boarding on the day of travel
  • Access to Eurostar lounges in Paris and Brussels, and NS International lounges - Regus Express lounges in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Schiphol
  • Newspapers/magazines available via the app
  • Personalised welcome when you reach the platform

Eurostar Premier tickets are exchangeable and refundable free of charge up to 1 hour after the departure time. If you exchange your ticket, any price difference between the old and new ticket will apply.

Eurostar child fares (formerly Thalys)

Children under the age of 4 can travel free of charge and without a ticket if they sit on your lap: they won't be guaranteed a seat. If you are travelling with a child under the age of 12 (on the departure date), you'll be pleased to know there's a flat children's fare.

Preparing for your Eurostar (formerly Thalys) journey

How much luggage can I take on board the Aachen - Brussels Eurostar train?

With the Eurostar to Brussels from Aachen, you can take up to 2 pieces of carry-on luggage per person (3 if you have a Eurostar Premier ticket) measuring a maximum of 75 x 53 x 30 cm, plus one piece of hand luggage. There's no weight restriction, but you must be able to carry and move your luggage yourself. Remember to label your luggage, and don't forget it when you arrive at your destination!

Taking a bike on the Aachen - Brussels Eurostar

There are only a few bike storage spaces on Eurostar trains. For non-folding bikes, the wheels must be dismantled and the bike stored in a bag no larger than 135 x 85 x 30 cm if it's to be allowed on board. If you're travelling with a bike please arrive at the platform 30 minutes before the train's departure.
Folding bicycles are treated as normal luggage if they measure no more than 75 x 53 x 30cm.

Can I travel with my pet on the Aachen - Brussels Eurostar train?

Do you own a pet? You can take it on your Eurostar train subject to the following conditions:

  • Small pets weighing under 6 kg can travel free of charge in a pet carrier no bigger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm
  • If your pet isn't travelling in a carrier you'll have to pay the €30 "Dog fare": please contact the train manager. Your pet must be placed on your lap, or kept on a lead at your feet and, for the safety of other passengers, wear a muzzle.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Brussels?

The price of a Aachen – Brussels train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Aachen to Brussels thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Brussels.

Price of a Aachen – Brussels Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Brussels, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Aachen to Brussels with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Aachen to Brussels at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Aachen – Brussels

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Aachen – Brussels Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Aachen to Brussels ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Aachen to Brussels and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Brussels on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Which companies operate the train from Aachen to Brussels?

If you're travelling from Aachen to Brussels, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Eurostar

Travel at top speeds from Aachen to Brussels with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!

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What travel classes are available on the Aachen to Brussels train?

To travel from Aachen to Brussels, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Eurostar

Travel from Aachen to Brussels on board a Eurostar train and enjoy a comfy journey by choosing from one of the three classes according to your needs.

Eurostar Standard

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket
  • Space to store your luggage
  • On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
  • Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)

Eurostar Plus

  • Spacious reclining seats with a power socket
  • Space to store your luggage
  • On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free magazines on board
  • 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
  • Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)

Eurostar Premier

  • More spacious seats with a power socket
  • Space to store your luggage
  • Meal served at your seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free magazines on board
  • 3 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Access to Eurostar lounges
  • Tickets can be changed or refunded up to 48 hours before departure.

What on-board services are available on the Aachen to Brussels train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Aachen to Brussels route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Eurostar

  • Online registration

    Are you going to London with Eurostar? Do not forget to check in online before boarding.

  • Wifi on board

    Enjoy free wifi on all Eurostar trains and all travel classes.

  • Onboard luggage

    One of the benefits of traveling on Eurostar is that there is no weight restriction for your luggage to London. For other Eurostar destinations, you can travel with a maximum of 2 bags per person.

    More information
  • A comfortable trip

    Spacious seats, electrical outlets, all the comfort you need for a peaceful trip.

    More information
  • Club Eurostar

    This loyalty program allows you to enjoy exclusive privileges and accumulate points redeemable for a variety of benefits.

  • At table

    You have access to the bar-car! What do we serve you today? You can choose from a wide selection.

  • Travelers with reduced mobility

    Onboard wheelchairs must respect the standards: 75 cm wide, 125 cm high, turning diameter: 150 cm.

Aachen to Brussels train schedule for Wednesday 7 October 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 19m 8h 35m 1h 16m Eurostar
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Eurostar 9414
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
8h 20m 9h 27m 1h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 18
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
9h 19m 10h 35m 1h 16m Eurostar
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Eurostar 9426
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
10h 20m 11h 27m 1h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 316
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
12h 20m 13h 27m 1h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 16
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
13h 19m 14h 35m 1h 16m Eurostar
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Eurostar 9450
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
14h 20m 15h 27m 1h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 314
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
16h 20m 17h 27m 1h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 14
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
17h 23m 18h 35m 1h 12m Eurostar
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Eurostar 9474
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
18h 20m 19h 27m 1h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 12
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
19h 23m 20h 35m 1h 12m Eurostar
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Eurostar 9486
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
20h 20m 21h 27m 1h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 10
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
22h 20m 23h 26m 1h 06m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Aachen Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 318
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord