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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Liège
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
76
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Liège is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Liège will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 76 trains that leave Brussels for Liège on Wed, Jul 15, 75 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 47 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.
28079:18 AM1h35Brussels-Central10:53 AMLiège-Guillemins$141One-way0 transfers- 241111:08 AM2h00Brussels-Central1:08 PMLiège-Guillemins$141One-way0 transfers
- 241010:08 AM2h00Brussels-Central12:08 PMLiège-Guillemins$141One-way0 transfers
- 50911:01 AM0h58Brussels-Central11:59 AMLiège-Guillemins$141One-way0 transfers
- 280911:18 AM1h35Brussels-Central12:53 PMLiège-Guillemins$141One-way0 transfers
ICE 138:25 AM0h47Brussels-Midi9:12 AMLiège-Guillemins$351One-way0 transfers- ICE 116:23 AM0h47Brussels-Midi7:10 AMLiège-Guillemins$341One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1510:25 AM0h47Brussels-Midi11:12 AMLiège-Guillemins$351One-way0 transfers
- ICE 31512:25 PM0h47Brussels-Midi1:12 PMLiège-Guillemins$351One-way0 transfers
- ICE 172:25 PM0h47Brussels-Midi3:12 PMLiège-Guillemins$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brussels to Liège
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Liège among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. 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 $5, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Liège:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Liège costing on average $21 (€18).
Other travel options to Liège take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 21m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (56m by train vs 1h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $21 (€18) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brussels to Liège train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Liège trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 11 | On time 6:23 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h47 | 7:10 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 405 | 6:33 AM Brussels-Central | 0h59 | 7:32 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 505 | 7:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 7:59 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2407 | 7:08 AM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 9:08 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2805 | 7:19 AM Brussels-Central | 1h34 | 8:53 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 406 | 7:33 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 8:31 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 506 | 8:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 8:59 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2408 | 8:08 AM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 10:08 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2806 | 8:19 AM Brussels-Central | 1h34 | 9:53 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 13 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h47 | 9:12 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 407 | 8:33 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 9:31 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 507 | 9:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 9:59 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2409 | 9:08 AM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 11:08 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2807 | 9:18 AM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 10:53 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 508 | 10:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 10:59 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2410 | 10:08 AM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 12:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2808 | 10:18 AM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 11:53 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 15 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h47 | 11:12 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 409 | 10:33 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 11:31 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 509 | 11:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 11:59 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2411 | 11:08 AM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 1:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2809 | 11:18 AM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 12:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 510 | 12:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 12:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2412 | 12:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 2:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2810 | 12:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 1:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 315 | On time 12:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h47 | 1:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 411 | 12:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 1:31 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 511 | 1:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 1:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2413 | 1:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 3:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2811 | 1:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 2:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 412 | 1:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 2:31 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 512 | 2:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 2:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2414 | 2:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 4:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2812 | 2:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 3:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 17 | On time 2:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h47 | 3:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 413 | 2:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 3:31 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 513 | 3:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 3:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2415 | 3:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 5:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2813 | 3:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 4:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 414 | 3:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 4:31 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 514 | 4:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 4:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2416 | 4:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 6:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8400 | 4:10 PM Brussels-Central | 1h27 | 5:37 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2814 | 4:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 5:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 317 | On time 4:22 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h50 | 5:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 415 | 4:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 5:31 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 515 | 5:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 5:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2417 | 5:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 7:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8401 | 5:10 PM Brussels-Central | 1h27 | 6:37 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8401 | 5:11 PM Brussels-Central | 1h26 | 6:37 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2815 | 5:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 6:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 416 | 5:32 PM Brussels-Central | 0h59 | 6:31 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 516 | 6:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 6:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2418 | 6:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 8:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2816 | 6:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 7:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 19 | On time 6:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 0h47 | 7:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417 | 6:33 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 7:31 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 517 | 7:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 7:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2419 | 7:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 9:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2817 | 7:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 8:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 518 | 8:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 8:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2420 | 8:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 10:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2818 | 8:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 9:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 519 | 9:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h58 | 9:59 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2421 | 9:08 PM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 11:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2819 | 9:18 PM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 10:53 PM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| 522 | 12:25 AM Brussels-Central | 1h20 | 1:45 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 522 | 12:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h56 | 1:21 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2803 | 5:18 AM Brussels-Central | 1h31 | 6:49 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 504 | 6:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h59 | 7:00 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2406 | 6:08 AM Brussels-Central | 2h00 | 8:08 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2804 | 6:18 AM Brussels-Central | 1h35 | 7:53 AM Liège-Guillemins | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Brussels to Liège
BelgiumBelgium
Trains from Brussels to Liège run on average 21 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB from Brussels to Liège trainsIntercity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB trains will get you between Brussels and Liège from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
SNCB
Traveling by train from Brussels to Liège
The train connection between Brussels and Liège is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to explore these vibrant cities. The journey is primarily serviced by Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, and BSB trains. With frequent departures throughout the day, passengers can enjoy a comfortable ride while taking in the scenic views of Belgium's picturesque countryside. Whether you're heading to Liège for its rich history or returning to Brussels' bustling atmosphere, this rail link offers a seamless travel experience.
Train Connection: Brussels to Liège
The train connection between Brussels and Liège takes approximately 44 minutes. There are 47 connections per day, all of which are direct services. Passengers can board trains from Bruxelles-Central or Brussels-Schuman and arrive at either Liège-Palais or Liège-Guillemins.
Brussels to Liège Train Connection
The first daily train from Brussels to Liège departs at 06:02, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the beautiful city of Liège. The last train of the day leaves at 20:56, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their evening in this vibrant destination before returning.
Train Ticket Prices from Brussels to Liège
The cheapest ticket price for a train journey between Brussels and Liège is €21. This fare provides an economical option for travelers looking to explore the beautiful city of Liège, known for its vibrant culture and rich history.
Exploring Liège: A Journey Through Art, Architecture, and History
Welcome to the Liège-Guillemins Railway Station, a stunning architectural marvel designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava and inaugurated in 2009. This station is significant not only for its striking modern design but also as a vital transportation hub that connects Belgium with neighboring countries, making it an essential part of the region's infrastructure. Unique features include its sweeping glass roof and spacious interior, which create an airy atmosphere while allowing natural light to flood the space.
Next on our journey is La Boverie Museum, which beautifully blends art and nature within its picturesque park setting along the Meuse River. Opened in 2016 after extensive renovations of a historic exhibition hall from 1905, this museum holds great significance as it showcases both local and international artworks spanning various periods—from classical masterpieces to contemporary pieces. One unique feature here is its impressive collection of works from famous artists like Monet and Van Gogh alongside rotating exhibitions that keep visitors engaged with fresh perspectives on art.
Finally, we arrive at the Prince-Bishops' Palace—a symbol of power dating back to medieval times when bishops ruled over Liège as both spiritual leaders and political figures. The palace’s historical importance lies in its role during pivotal moments in European history; today it serves as a testament to Liège's rich heritage. Its unique blend of Gothic architecture combined with Renaissance elements creates an enchanting façade that invites exploration into opulent rooms filled with intricate tapestries and artifacts reflecting centuries past.
FAQs: Trains from Brussels to Liège
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Liège 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 Liège, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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