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About Thalys
Thalys, a prominent high-speed rail operator, seamlessly connects popular destinations in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. While Paris and Brussels serve as key hubs, Thalys has extended its reach to encompass 1 cities across its extensive network.
Departing from Paris Nord and Bruxelles Midi (also known as Brussel-Zuid) stations, Thalys offers daily connections to a variety of destinations, including Liege, Aachen, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Dortmund, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Antwerp. As all these countries are part of the European Union's Schengen free travel zone, travelers can enjoy the convenience of crossing borders without passport or customs checks.
Thalys tickets come with a range of amenities to enhance the travel experience. Each ticket includes a seat reservation as standard, and every seat has a power socket to charge electronic devices conveniently. Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi allows passengers to stay connected throughout their journey. Given the significant distances covered by Thalys trains, there are accessible restrooms on-board, and travelers can purchase food and drinks from the on-board café.
Since 2021, Thalys has proudly partnered with Wanderu. This collaboration lets travelers easily find and compare all upcoming Thalys train departures through the Wanderu platform. With Wanderu, booking Thalys fares is a seamless, hassle-free, and cost-effective process, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable travel experience.
Thalys Amenities
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Thalys train coverage
| Daily Trips | 6 |
| stations | 1 |
| cities | 1 |
| countries | 1 |
Thalys Routes & Network
Thalys’s train network features 1 train routes that connect 1 cities serving 1 stations. On average, Thalys performs about 6 train trips every day. The top cities to which Thalys offers the highest number of daily train service include Amsterdam and Paris.
Top Cities Served by Thalys
| City | Route | Earliest train | Latest train |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | 1 | 7:15 am | 3:15 pm |
Most popular Thalys routes
Top Thalys routes
| Route | Daily Trips | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam to Paris | 6 | 3h 20m | $141 |
Thalys Train Guide & FAQs
Yes, Thalys offers WiFi on their trains. Although most trips with Thalys will have WiFi as advertised, some trains might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a movie just to play it safe. Thalys WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favorite show.
Yes, there are power outlets onboard Thalys trains. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbor might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power outlets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.
Since Thalys might sometimes use replacement train vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend to bring a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.
On a typical day, Thalys has 6 scheduled train trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.
No, Thalys does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.
Yes, Thalys requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the train. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.
No, there are no bathrooms available on Thalys trains. Though there are no bathrooms onboard, typically breaks are scheduled in the itinerary to allow passengers to use bathroom facilities along the way.
Thalys provides snacks to satisfy your hunger during your travels. Be sure to pack a credit card and some cash in case you get hungry.
Yes, Thalys requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the train. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most trains.
Thalys focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.
How do I get the best deal on Thalys tickets?
Wanderu is the best place to score cheap Thalys tickets. Wanderu offers the lowest available fares every day and charges no extra booking fees. Plus, you can compare Thalys prices with trips offered by other train companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!
Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.
When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.
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