Emmen to Amsterdam train with SNCB

SNCB (Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Belges) is Belgium's national railway company, established in 1926. It is the country's largest mobility service provider, carrying millions of passengers annually across Belgium and to destinations throughout Europe. SNCB operates various train types, including InterCity (IC) for major city connections, Local (L) trains for smaller towns, and S-trains for suburban routes. They also run Peak (P) trains during busy hours and offer international services like Eurostar, TGV, Thalys, and ICE. SNCB provides a range of ticket options, including standard tickets, and various discount cards and passes for different age groups and frequent travelers.

NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The "IC Brussel" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries.