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Compare train and bus for Mons to Sint-Gillis
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Mons to Sint-Gillis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mons to Sint-Gillis:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mons to Sint-Gillis costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Sint-Gillis take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 46m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (48m by train vs 1h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $15 (€13) 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.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mons to Sint-Gillis
Trains from Mons to Sint-Gillis run on average 10 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: SNCB from Mons to Sint-Gillis trainsSNCB trains will get you between Mons and Sint-Gillis from $16 (€13). 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 Mons to Sint-Gillis
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mons to Sint-Gillis 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 Sint-Gillis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mons to Sint-Gillis
Most Mons to Sint-Gillis trains use the Mons to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Mons and Sint-Gillis train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mons station do trains to Sint-Gillis leave from?
Getting to Mons from Mons city centre
Mons train station facilities and services
Mons has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Citizen Fox, Copenhagen Tavern
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mons. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mons. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mons: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mons: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mons: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Dream, Hotel Lido Mons Centre, Congres Hotel Mons Van der Valk.
Getting to Nimy from Mons city centre
Nimy is 1 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Nimy train station facilities and services
Nimy has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nimy.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nimy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nimy: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nimy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Getting to Obourg from Mons city centre
Obourg is 4 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Obourg train station facilities and services
Obourg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Obourg.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Obourg.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Obourg: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Obourg.
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