At the December 2024 timetable change, NS and SNCB finally introduced the fast EuroCity Direct service between Amsterdam and Brussels that was meant to be provided under the Fyra project 12 years ago which finally brings a much needed end to the Eurostar monopoly between the two cities. Whilst this service has many positives, it certainly isn't perfect, so join me as we check out this brand new high speed international service!
Journey details:
Date of travel - December 2024
Operator - NS/SNCB International
Train type - ICNG-B Class 3300
Class of travel - First
Origin - Brussels Midi/Zuid
Destination - Amsterdam Zuid
Price - Second class - €18/£15.06/$18.55,
First class - €48/£40.17/$49.46
Distance - 205km/127 miles
Journey time - 2 hours, 8 minutes
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:35 Brussels Midi/Zuid
02:27 The New EuroCity Direct
04:31 Boarding the ICNG & Route Summary
05:46 Departure & Navigating out of Brussels
07:29 Know Your Seat
09:33 Antwerp & HSL 4
10:36 Border Crossing
11:15 Walkthrough
12:28 Toilets
13:08 HSL Zuid
15:23 Journey Summary & Conclusions
16:35 Arrival into Amsterdam & Outro - Thanks for Watching!