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Is Brussels Midi same as central?
The station is Bruxelles Midi in French, Brussel Zuid in Flemish, Brussels South Station in English – it’s all the same place. In 1952, the 3.8km Jonction Nord-Midi line opened through the centre of Brussels linking Nord, Central & Midi.
Is Brussels train station safe?
Be careful at the railway stations and on the metro. Brussels Central Station is one of the safest in the city, whereas Brussels South Station (Brussels Gare du Midi), Brussels North Station (Gare du Nord), and also Schuman are the stations where you should be extra careful.
How far is Brussels Midi from city Centre?
Brussels Midi to Brussels Central by train
| Journey time | From 3m |
|---|---|
| Price | From €4.50 |
| Distance | 1 miles (2 km) |
| Frequency | 459 trains per day |
| First train | 00:20 |
How do I get from Brussels airport to MIDI?
The average journey time from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Brussels Midi by train is 23 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 20 minutes. Around 112 trains per day travel the 8 miles (12 km) between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Brussels Midi.
Is Belgium a safe country to live?
Belgium is generally quite a safe place to live. The main Belgian cities all have their crime hotspots, but there are plenty of safe suburban areas. Brussels has the highest crime of any major Belgian city but ranks 24th on the 2019 Safe Cities Index measuring cities worldwide.
Is it safe in Brussels at night?
Is Brussels safe at night? Yes, Brussels is safe at night. Do keep in mind that the hours after dark can get sketchy no matter where you are travelling to. As long as you don’t randomly walk around alone at night or make it very obvious that you’re a tourist, you should be perfectly safe.
Are there 2 airports in Brussels?
Brussels has two international airports servicing premium and budget airlines alike. One is at the edge of Brussels city and the other one 55km (36 miles) southward. Below you can find info on transport, hotels, parking and more for both of them.
How do I get from Brussels airport to city Centre?
There are two different bus lines that run from Brussels (BRU) airport to the city centre, Line 272 and Line 471. Line 272 takes 30 minutes and makes more stops within Brussels city centre, whereas, 471 takes only 18 minutes as it’s more direct. The cost for both busses is 3€ one-way.
Can I live in Belgium speaking English?
Belgium has three official languages – English, Dutch, and French. English, however, is not the primary language they speak in the country. But even if it is not, a large percentage of the population speaks English. As such, you can speak the language in many situations all over Belgium.