How to get to Brussels-Midi Train Station

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from Brussels-Midi

Showing trains for today, Monday, April 21
Last updated at 5:07 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrives
Tickets
9812
6:17 AM Brussels-Midi
3h43
10:00 AM Lyon Part Dieu
EST 9423
9:25 AM Brussels-Midi
1h50
11:15 AM Cologne Hbf
EST 9426
8:43 AM Brussels-Midi
1h22
10:05 AM Paris Gare du Nord
ICE 13
6:25 AM Brussels-Midi
3h06
9:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
ICE 15
8:25 AM Brussels-Midi
3h06
11:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

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Brussels-Midi station information & facilities

Distance from Brussels-Midi to city center
Distance from Brussels-Midi to city center
2.2 miles (3.6 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 05: 45 - 21: 30
Amenities at the train station
Wifi
Wifi
Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
ATM
ATM
Taxi
Taxi
Lockers
Lockers
Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Dining
Dining
Pullman Hotel Bar | Quick Gare du Midi | Subway | EXKi Zuid | Starbucks | Häagen-Dazs | Sbarro | The Coffee Club | The Belgian Chocolate House | PAUL | & many more
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Accessibility
Accessibility
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.
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SNCF | TGV INOUI9874+SNCF | TGV INOUI7044
01:17PM2h27
Brussels-Midi
03:44PMParis Gare du Nord
761One-way
1 transfer
Eurostar Red (Thalys)9486
08:43PM1h22
Brussels-Midi
10:05PMParis Gare du Nord
1031One-way
0 transfers
Eurostar Red (Thalys)9374
06:43PM1h22
Brussels-Midi
08:05PMParis Gare du Nord
1031One-way
0 transfers

Travel from the train station Bruxelles-Midi to Sint-Gillis city center

Sint-Gillis city is in the municipality of Sint-Gillis Brussels, Belgium. The city is famous as one of the centers of artistic and student life in Brussels. It's known for its heritage, historic arts and of course, its Belgian chocolate. The main train station serving the municipality of Sint-Gillis and Sint-Gillis city is the Brussels south train station, known locally as train station Bruxelles-Midi. The station has 12 platforms and is connected to the Brussels metro system network.

Train station Bruxelles-Midi is served by high-speed rail services to London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris, Dortmund, Lillie, Avignon and many other cities. It is also served by one TGV train service, running 23 Intercity services and eight Brussels RER services. Other train stations near Sint-Gillis are Brussels Central, which mostly has Intercity and Brussels RER services, and Brussels North which has regular domestic and international train services passing through Brussels. Sint-Gillis public transport network is, in general, extensive, with rail, tram, buses, electric scooters, a subway, cycling and walking lanes.

What is the best way to get to the train station Bruxelles-Midi from the city center

Getting from Sint-Gillis city center to the Brussels South (Bruxelles-Midi) is easy due to the extensive transport options available between the two destinations. Tram, bus, subway, or electric scooters/ Lime are all available for travelers looking to get to and from the station quickly. Using the tram from Sint-Gillis city center to Brussels south train station takes 19 minutes, with three trams operating the route; numbers four, three and 51. They operate daily 24 hours a day, so are convenient for travelers departing and arriving late. There are also three buses operating from Sint-Gillis city center to Brussels South train station. Bus number 137, 136 and W operate this route daily. Subway numbers two and six can also be used as they operate the route between Sint-Gillis city center and Brussels South train station very regularly. Also, Lime or electric scooters can be a new, quick and super fun way to get around the city. Simply download the relevant app and get going.

How far is it from Sint-Gillis city center to train station Bruxelles-Midi?

The distance between Sint-Gillis city center and Brussels south train station is approximately 3.5 miles (5.7 kilometers). The duration taken to get between the two destinations depends on the transport mode used. By using tramline number three, four or 51, the journey takes an average of 19 minutes and the ride has two stops. From Gate du Midi, the tram station near Brussels train station, it takes two minutes to walk to the station entrance. Using bus number 136,137 and W takes 16 minutes from St. Gilles' Hotel des Monnaieus, the most central bus stop in the city center, though buses are less frequent along this route. The ride has three stops with the last stop at just a few yards (0.1 kilometer) from the station. Subway numbers two and six take 13 minutes to get to Gare du Midi station near Brussels South train station via Avenue de la Toiso d'Or. Using a Lime/electric scooter, it takes 12 minutes to get to the station from Sint Gillis city center. The journey to other stations such as Brussels Central and Brussels North- takes three minutes by tram to Brussels Central and 24 minutes by bus, eight minutes by rail- IC/P/S-eight/S-ten, and 28 minutes by Lime to Brussels North station from Sint-Gillis city center.

How accessible is the train station Bruxelles-Midi for those with limited mobility?

Public transportation in Sint Hollis city is accessible by limited mobility persons and people with children. Trams are low-floored making it easier to get on and off the tram with a wheelchair. For people using a wheelchair traveling by rail or bus, tickets need to be bought 48 hours before travel and the limited mobility indicated. If a person with limited mobility needs help with getting on the train, or bus, the person is advised to reach the station 30 minutes before the departure time. There are ramps also available to board and alight from public transportation in Sint-Gillis city.

Local tips: the train station Bruxelles-Midi points of interest

For easy and comfortable travel within Sint Gillis, using subway or bus is convenient. It is easier to get from the city center to Brussels South (Bruxelles-Midi) train station when with large luggage or with kids when using public transport. Electric scooter/ lime combined with walking, although faster, is more convenient for warm weather hence not suitable for winter. Using bus to travel allows one to view the scenic sights along the routes. Traveling by bus in Sint Gillis is highly recommended as it allows for a memorable experience of the beautiful sites of the city as the road passes through most of the scenic attractions.

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