Frankfurt to Brussels by ICE High-Speed Train
Direct ICE high-speed trains connect Frankfurt with Brussels, making this one of the best ways to travel between Germany and Belgium.
In this short guide, I’ll show you what it’s like to travel on board an ICE high-speed train on this route.
ICE high-speed train at Brussels South railway station. ©AndyBTravels
From Frankfurt to Brussels by train
There is an excellent rail connection between Frankfurt in Germany and Brussels in Belgium.
Operated by Deutsche Bahn, the German Railways, ICE high-speed trains run every two hours throughout most of the day on this route, with a journey time of just over three hours.
Along the way, these trains also call at Cologne, Aachen, and Liège.
At Brussels South (Bruxelles-Midi) station, there are excellent connections to the Eurostar to/from London.
This makes the Brussels to Frankfurt ICE high-speed train a popular choice among British travellers wanting to travel between the UK and Germany as well.
A German ICE high-speed train at Frankfurt Flughafen (Frankfurt Airport) station. ©AndyBTravels
Impression of the train and ride
I’ve travelled on the Brussels–Frankfurt ICE high-speed train multiple times.
The ICE is Germany’s premier train service, offering comfortable seats in both second class (in a 2+2 configuration) and first class (in a more spacious 2+1 configuration).
ICE high-speed trains also feature a dining car, where you can enjoy good-quality drinks, snacks, and even full meals.
Watch my YouTube video below to see what it’s like to travel by ICE high-speed train from Frankfurt to Brussels!
In the video, I’ll show you around the train and its facilities, as well as what you can expect to see from the window.
Buying tickets
You can book tickets for European trains, including the Frankfurt–Brussels high-speed train, on the reliable booking website Omio.
Use the Omio journey planner below to find the best train connection for your travel date.
Note that tickets for German long-distance trains such as ICE high-speed services are priced dynamically based on demand.
Simply put, the more popular your train service is (such as during the high summer season or those at peak departure times), the more expensive your ticket will be.
Although ICE high-speed trains normally have optional seat reservations, this international connection requires compulsory seat reservations when travelling between Germany and Belgium during the high summer season.
In any case, I’d always recommend paying the small extra fee for a seat reservation to guarantee a seat.
Conclusion
With a travel time of just over three hours, the ICE high-speed train is one of the best ways to travel between Frankfurt and Brussels.
These are highly comfortable trains that include a dining car, making this a great way to travel between Germany and Belgium.
