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NS International
About
NS International, formerly NS Hispeed, is a train service which is a subsidiary of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from the Netherlands that operates intercity and high-speed connections internationally to many European cities. These Dutch trains have onboard facilities including free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and drinks. NS International offers a variety of train types, including Intercity Direct, Intercity, Sprinter, and Stoptrein. Intercity Direct is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h. Intercity is a bit slower, reaching speeds of up to 160 km/h. Sprinter is the slowest, reaching speeds of up to 120 km/h. Stoptrein is the local train, stopping at all stations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 1 piece of hold luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bistro service available with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is optional and costs extra. First class includes seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance service must be booked 1 hour in advance
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a pet ticket
Quiet zone
Popular NS International routes
Brussels to Bruges train
from €11
Direct trains available
0h53 average duration
35trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- Intercity
- Regional
- Renfe
- SNCB
Brussels to Paris train
from €33
Direct trains available
1h26 average duration
32trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
- Alibus
- SNCF | TGV INOUI
- EuroCity
- TGV
Amsterdam to Brussels train
from €29
Direct trains available
1h56 average duration
45trains per day
Served by
- Alibus
- Eurocity Direct
- NS International | IC Brussel
- Eurostar
- Intercity
- EuroCity
Paris to Amsterdam train
from €57
Direct trains available
3h12 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- EuroCity
- NS International | IC Brussel
- TER | SNCF
- Eurocity Direct
- Regional
- Intercity
Amsterdam to Paris train
from €40
Direct trains available
3h11 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- Intercity
- NS International | IC Brussel
- TGV
- TER | SNCF
- Deutsche Bahn
- EuroCity
- Eurocity Direct
Paris to Brussels train
from €30
Direct trains available
1h26 average duration
32trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- SNCF | TGV INOUI
- Alibus
- Eurostar
- Deutsche Bahn
- EuroCity
Brussels to Amsterdam train
from €30
Direct trains available
1h52 average duration
51trains per day
Served by
- NS International | IC Brussel
- Eurocity Direct
- Intercity
- Alibus
- Eurostar
- Deutsche Bahn
- EuroCity
Brussels to Luxembourg train
from €13
Direct trains available
3h08 average duration
15trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- Intercity
- CFL
- Regional
- SNCB
Brussels to Ghent train
from €7
Direct trains available
0h28 average duration
41trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- Regional
- Renfe
- Intercity
- SNCB
Bruges to Brussels train
from €11
Direct trains available
0h53 average duration
41trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- Regional
- Intercity
- SNCB
NS International FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with NS International: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

With NS International, you can travel to various European destinations such as Paris, London, and Berlin, utilizing its high-speed train services.
NS International provides international train services departing primarily from major stations in the Netherlands, including Amsterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Centraal, and Utrecht Centraal.
For NS International train services, it is generally recommended to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure you have ample time for check-in and boarding procedures. Purchase your train tickets at https://www.omio.com for a seamless travel experience.
For NS International train services, it is generally recommended to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure you have ample time for check-in and boarding procedures. Purchase your train tickets at https://www.omio.com for a seamless travel experience.
When traveling with NS International, it is advised to carry your passport or a valid national ID, especially for trips crossing international borders within Europe.
Refundable train tickets with NS International typically include Flex tickets, which allow for changes and cancellations under specific conditions.
NS International destinations
Not sure where to begin your NS International adventure? Check out these popular NS International destinations for travel details and nearby attractions:
