Mortsel to Brussels train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Mortsel to Brussels

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 14

Cheapest price on Oct 14

$11

Average ticket price on Oct 14

$11

Fastest journey on Oct 14

36 m

Average journey duration on Oct 14

38 m

Trains on Oct 14

48

Distance

36 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mortsel to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Mortsel to Brussels will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.

Fast trains

On Wed, Oct 14, we found 48 trains from Mortsel to Brussels, including 24 direct services.

On Wed, Oct 14 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .

On Wed, Oct 14 the slowest trains will take 43 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.

  • Regional1758+Intercity2032
    10:13 AM0h47
    Mortsel station
    11:00 AMBrussels-North
    $111One-way
    1 transfer
  • Regional1982
    10:13 AM0h58
    Mortsel station
    11:11 AMBrussels-North
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Regional1983
    11:13 AM0h58
    Mortsel station
    12:11 PMBrussels-North
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Regional1982
    10:13 AM1h04
    Mortsel station
    11:17 AMBrussels-Central
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Regional2879+Intercity4530
    8:53 AM0h48
    Mortsel station
    9:41 AMBrussels-Midi
    $111One-way
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Mortsel to Brussels

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Trains from Mortsel to Brussels run on average 36 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.

There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Distance
22 miles (36 km)
Average train duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Trains per day
36
Direct trains
17
Fastest train
32m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:56 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)

Live departures

Mortsel to Brussels train times

The table below shows live departures for Mortsel to Brussels trains for today, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Regional5:54 PM Mortsel
1h04
6:58 PM Brussels0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, October 14
Regional19808:14 AM Mortsel station
1h08
9:22 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional19808:14 AM Mortsel station
0h57
9:11 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional19808:14 AM Mortsel station
1h03
9:17 AM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Intercity7283 · 20308:16 AM Mortsel station
0h50
9:06 AM Brussels-Central1 transfer
Intercity7283 · 20308:16 AM Mortsel station
0h44
9:00 AM Brussels-North1 transfer
Intercity7283 · 20308:16 AM Mortsel station
0h55
9:11 AM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional17808:47 AM Mortsel station
1h10
9:57 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional17808:47 AM Mortsel station
1h04
9:51 AM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Regional17808:47 AM Mortsel station
0h58
9:45 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional2879+Intercity45308:53 AM Mortsel station
0h36
9:29 AM Brussels-North1 transfer
Regional2879+Intercity45308:53 AM Mortsel station
0h48
9:41 AM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional2879+Intercity45308:53 AM Mortsel station
0h43
9:36 AM Brussels-Central1 transfer
Regional1757+Intercity20319:12 AM Mortsel station
0h54
10:06 AM Brussels-Central1 transfer
Regional1757+Intercity20319:12 AM Mortsel station
0h59
10:11 AM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional1757+Intercity20319:12 AM Mortsel station
0h48
10:00 AM Brussels-North1 transfer
Regional19819:13 AM Mortsel station
1h09
10:22 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional19819:13 AM Mortsel station
0h58
10:11 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional19819:13 AM Mortsel station
1h04
10:17 AM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Regional17819:47 AM Mortsel station
1h10
10:57 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional17819:47 AM Mortsel station
0h58
10:45 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional17819:47 AM Mortsel station
1h04
10:51 AM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Regional2880+Intercity45319:53 AM Mortsel station
0h37
10:30 AM Brussels-North1 transfer
Regional2880+Intercity45319:53 AM Mortsel station
0h48
10:41 AM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional2880+Intercity45319:53 AM Mortsel station
0h43
10:36 AM Brussels-Central1 transfer
Regional198210:13 AM Mortsel station
1h04
11:17 AM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Regional1758+Intercity203210:13 AM Mortsel station
0h58
11:11 AM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional198210:13 AM Mortsel station
0h58
11:11 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional198210:13 AM Mortsel station
1h09
11:22 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional1758+Intercity203210:13 AM Mortsel station
0h53
11:06 AM Brussels-Central1 transfer
Regional1758+Intercity203210:13 AM Mortsel station
0h47
11:00 AM Brussels-North1 transfer
Regional178210:47 AM Mortsel station
0h58
11:45 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional178210:47 AM Mortsel station
1h10
11:57 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional178210:47 AM Mortsel station
1h04
11:51 AM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Regional2881+Intercity453210:53 AM Mortsel station
0h48
11:41 AM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional2881+Intercity453210:53 AM Mortsel station
0h43
11:36 AM Brussels-Central1 transfer
Regional2881+Intercity453210:53 AM Mortsel station
0h36
11:29 AM Brussels-North1 transfer
Regional198311:13 AM Mortsel station
0h58
12:11 PM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional1759+Intercity203311:13 AM Mortsel station
0h47
12:00 PM Brussels-North1 transfer
Regional198311:13 AM Mortsel station
1h04
12:17 PM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Regional198311:13 AM Mortsel station
1h09
12:22 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional1759+Intercity203311:13 AM Mortsel station
0h53
12:06 PM Brussels-Central1 transfer
Regional1759+Intercity203311:13 AM Mortsel station
0h58
12:11 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional178311:47 AM Mortsel station
1h04
12:51 PM Brussels-Central0 transfersDirect
Regional178311:47 AM Mortsel station
1h10
12:57 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Regional178311:47 AM Mortsel station
0h58
12:45 PM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Regional2882+Intercity453311:53 AM Mortsel station
0h48
12:41 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Regional2882+Intercity453311:53 AM Mortsel station
0h36
12:29 PM Brussels-North1 transfer
Regional2882+Intercity453311:53 AM Mortsel station
0h43
12:36 PM Brussels-Central1 transfer

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Train companies: Intercity, Regional from Mortsel to Brussels trainsIntercity, Regional trains will get you between Mortsel and Brussels from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term "InterCity" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, "Intercity" or "IC" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
32m
Cheapest Intercity Price
$8 (€7)
Intercity frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Regional

About
The term "Regional" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, "Regionalbahn" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regional Duration
55m
Cheapest Regional Price
$8 (€7)
Regional frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey, but dining and transit are manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a standard restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-5 for cappuccino or latte.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.

FAQs: Trains from Mortsel to Brussels

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mortsel 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Mortsel to Brussels can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8 (€7), while the average price is around $11 (€9).
The train from Mortsel to Brussels takes 32m and runs 36 per day.
The distance by train from Mortsel to Brussels is 22 miles (36 km).
The first train from Mortsel to Brussels leaves at 12:01 AM.
The last train from Mortsel to Brussels leaves at 11:56 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Mortsel to Brussels.
Yes, there is a direct train from Mortsel to Brussels. This service operates 17 times per day, provided by Regional, Intercity.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Mortsel to Brussels.
The train station in Mortsel that goes to Brussels is Mortsel station, which connects to Brussels-Central.
The train journey from Mortsel to Brussels offers a mix of urban and suburban scenery, showcasing a blend of Belgian architecture and glimpses of the countryside, but it is not typically considered a particularly scenic route.
Yes, you can take the train from Mortsel to Brussels.
Popular day trips by train from Brussels include Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Lille, Rotterdam.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Belgium uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find card payments widely accepted in cities, restaurants, and shops, though carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Brussels, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like Grand Place, public transport, and popular tourist sites. Common scams include distraction techniques and fake petitions. It's advisable to stay vigilant, avoid displaying expensive items, and use official taxi services to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Mortsel to Brussels

Most Mortsel to Brussels trains use the Mortsel to Bruxelles-Central station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels-Nord. Use this guide to compare Mortsel and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Mortsel
Arrival train stations in Brussels

Which Mortsel station do trains to Brussels leave from?

Trains from Mortsel to Brussels leave from Mortsel. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Mortsel city centre at 2640 Mortsel, Belgium.
Mortsel-Oude-God2640 Mortsel, BelgiumParkingDiningAccessibilityWCBike Parking

Mortsel-Oude-God train station facilities and services

Mortsel-Oude-God has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Mortsel-Oude-God.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Mortsel-Oude-God: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Mortsel-Oude-God: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Mortsel-Oude-God.

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