The cheapest and fastest trains from Valenciennes to Brussels
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valenciennes to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valenciennes to Brussels will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
It's difficult to get from Valenciennes to Brussels without transferring at least 2 times.
P43 (441005) · C60 (841232)+
9866
P43 (441005) · C60 (841232)+
9866Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Valenciennes to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valenciennes to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€32 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Valenciennes to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Valenciennes to Brussels trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
K60 (841850)+ 9864 | On time 5:04 PM Le Poirier Université | 2h39 | 7:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
K60 (841856)+ 9894 | On time 6:05 PM Le Poirier Université | 1h56 | 8:01 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
P43 (441005) · C60 (841232)+ 9866 | On time 12:39 PM Beuvrages station | 4h04 | 4:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Valenciennes to Brussels
Trains from Valenciennes to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Valenciennes to Brussels trainsSNCF TER, TGV, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Valenciennes and Brussels from €7. 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 Valenciennes to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valenciennes to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Valenciennes, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Valenciennes and Valenciennes, Place de la Gare. When arriving in Brussels, you can end your journey in train stations like Brussels-Midi, Brussels-Central and Brussels-North.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Valenciennes, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Brussels-Midi, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Valenciennes to Brussels
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 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. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Musigny
- L'Escargot
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Le Chat Botté
- Hotel Notre Dame
- Hotel Baudouin
- Located in the main hall
- 225 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line T1
- 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.
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
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