The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Reims
Cheapest price
€90
Average price
€98
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Reims is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Reims will cost around €98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
Of the 5 trains that leave Brussels for Reims on Fri, Dec 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 12 the direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brussels to Reims
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Reims among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 179 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€106 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Reims train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Reims trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Brussels | 3h45 | 11:45 AM Reims | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Brussels | 3h15 | 2:15 PM Reims | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:17 AM Brussels | 2h58 | 2:15 PM Reims | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:03 PM Brussels | 2h42 | 3:45 PM Reims | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:17 PM Brussels | 2h58 | 5:15 PM Reims | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels to Reims
Trains from Brussels to Reims run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 06:36 |
Last train 19:15 |
Train companies: TGV, TGV INOUI from Brussels to Reims trainsTGV, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Brussels and Reims from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brussels to Reims
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Reims by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reims, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Brussels, you have various train station options to start your route from including Brussels-Midi, Brussels-Central and Brussels-North. When arriving in Reims, you can end your journey in train stations like Reims, Reims-Maison-Blanche station and Reims, Gouraud.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Brussels-Midi, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Reims, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brussels to Reims
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Cour de la Gare.
- Le Foch
- Brasserie Excelsior
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Cecyl Reims Centre
- Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix
- Hotel Azur
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 150 places, covered
- The station is small and primarily serves regional routes with basic facilities.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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