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Price review: Sep 2026

Belgium Train Discounts: Weekend Return and Youth Fares

Unlock 50% off return tickets, Youth Ticket under-26 flat rates, and Brussels airport train fees.

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Written by ETH Editorial Team
Published: Aug 24, 2026 • Fact-checked by ETH Editorial Team

How to Save on Belgian Trains (SNCB / NMBS)

Belgium has one of Europe’s densest and most affordable rail networks if you use the right ticket types.


  • Weekend Ticket (50% Off): Valid from Friday 7:00 PM through Sunday midnight. Buy a return ticket between any two Belgian stations for half the standard round-trip price.
  • Youth Ticket (Under 26): Anyone aged 25 or younger can buy a single train ticket between any two Belgian stations for a flat €7.50, regardless of distance.
  • Senior Ticket (65+): Flat return fare of €8.30 anywhere in Belgium on weekdays after 9:00 AM.
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ETH Editorial Team

The ETH (Euro Travel Hacks) Editorial Team researches European travel costs, transport, accommodation, and trip-planning information using official sources and structured Euro Travel Hacks data. Changing prices and travel information are dated and reviewed against cited sources where practical.

Experience: Structured research and verification across official European transport operators, municipal transit authorities, and national tourism offices.