What percentage of train connections from Brussels airport do run during national strikes?
Belgium is still a country where the unions are extremely powerful. Even with only 20% of support they are able to put the national railways to a standstill. The majority of people don't strike, so some trains are reported to run. However, it is advisable to not rely on the railways during a strike.
I will be arriving on Brussels airport on a day of railway strikes (the fifth this month!). I know I can use Taxi's and airport bus services. However, if the majority of trains don't run, the number of people that will rely on these services will be numerous, making them less reliable.
To make alternative options I need to know if it is known what percentage of the trains from Brussels airport do run. I don't mind waiting 2 hours if needed, but can you expect to have a train every 2 hours?
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How do I get from Brussels Airport to Brussels Central?
Train, fast and cheapAll trains connect Brussels Airport to Brussels North, Brussels Central and Brussels Midi railway stations. On weekdays a one-way journey costs \u20ac 8.60 ( US$ 9.10) and on weekends it costs \u20ac 14.80 ( US$ 15.60) and takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the centre.How much is the train from Brussels Airport to city Centre?
There is a direct train that runs from Brussels Airport \u2013 Zaventem station to the city centre of Brussels every 10 minutes practically 24/7. Tickets cost just 12.70\u20ac one-way and the journey takes 17 minutes.How far is Brussels train station from airport?
The train journey time between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels Central Station is around 19 min and covers a distance of around 14 km.Is there a train at Brussels Airport?
By train to the heart of the airportYou will find the train station directly under the Departure and Arrival Halls of the airport (level -1). The escalator or lift will take you directly to the platform (or into the airport).Belgium faces nationwide strikes, protests over rising living costs
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