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Train service between The Hague and Brussels returns
13 March 2013, by Mark McDaidAs of this week the frequency of intercity trains between The Hague's Holland Spoor station and Brussels will be increased from two to eight trains.
Fyra
Since last December the direct train service between Antwerp, Brussels and The Hague was discontinued when the Fyra took control of the route. The high-speed train does not stop in the Hague, meaning that it was necessary to stop over in Rotterdam and take the more expensive Fyra in order to cross the border to Belgium.
The fourfold increase in intercity trains will be partnered with the already existing Thalys service and the cross-border local trains, giving a lot more options from travellers heading south of the border.
Weekend changes
However, during the weekend this connection will stop at Antwerp, meaning that anyone who is Brussels-bound will need to purchase an extra ticket for the final leg of the journey.
Source: DenHaag.nl
Thumb Photo by Flickr user sludgegulper
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The disruption was very unwelcome and of great disservice. I am glad that someone in charge came to their senses. The whole point of the EU was to encourage cross boarder trade and movement. As much as the effort with the fast train was to ease this traffic, yet the prohibitive cost and schedule annoyed travelers (well me at least) and prejudiced cross border activities. I understand the reasoning, but not everyone can afford those prices, especially if traveling for work.
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