Get around Brussels easily by metro, tram and bus

Travel around Brussels freely thanks to 3 public transport networks: 

• STIB (Brussels Inter-Municipal Transport Company): bus, tram and metro lines operating in Brussels.
• TEC (Walloon Public Transport Company): bus routes to and from Brussels
• de Lijn (Flemish Public Transport Company): bus routes to and from Brussels

Special rates are available from these three networks, depending on your age (students, 65+), your situation (BIM or RIS status) or combined passes (e.g. the Brupass XL pass gives access to Brussels and the outlying municipalities and the Brupass pass gives access to the three public transport networks (STIB, TEC, DE LIJN) as well as the SNCB network throughout the Brussels Region).

Or get around quickly by train

For fast, congestion-free travel in and around Brussels, use SNCB's Réseau S, which comprises 144 stations and 12 suburban lines in Brussels. There are also many ways of combining the train with other means of transport:

• park your car or bike in a car park near train stations
• take your bike with you on the train with BikeOnTrain
• discover our combined tickets and subscriptions for combining rail and public transport.
• rent a shared bike with Bluebike
• rent a shared car with Cambio

SNCB offers low-price tickets depending on age (free for the under-12s, reduced fares for young people and senior citizens), profile (jobseekers, people receiving increased benefits, etc.) or period (weekend or excursion fares).

Chose shared mobility

Did you know? A car in Brussels spends an average of 98% of its time stationary (according to the Observatory of Mobility in the BCR)! Choosing shared mobility in Brussels makes sense as it is economical and environmentally friendly and frees up public space. Whether you are looking for shared cars or scooters, private car sharing or carpooling, you will find all the solutions on the Brussels Mobility website.

Taxis can also meet your travel needs. The Collecto shared taxi system is available every night (between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.) and the Green Taxis application allows you to save money by easily ordering a taxi and sharing it with other people. Private taxis such as Victor cab, Uber, Husk, Heetch and Bolt also operate in the Brussels-Capital Region.

People with reduced mobility and WDRO

Nearly a hundred taxis are equipped to transport people in wheelchairs and with reduced mobility.

The TaxiBus service run by STIB offers a door-to-door transport service, provided for disabled people exclusively on request.

Handycab is a taxi service specialising in transporting persons with reduced mobility, and Mobitwin is intended for anyone who has difficulty getting around.

Other on-demand services are operated by a number of institutions (social services, mutual insurance companies, community centres, non-profit associations, etc.), the list of which can be found on the Aidants Proches Bruxelles caregiver platform.

Taxi vouchers

Under certain conditions, taxi vouchers with a face value of €5 are provided by the Brussels Region. These enable you to travel by taxi within the Brussels-Capital Region or start your journey from the region. On this page you'll find where to get them.

In order to be able to benefit from universal regional taxi vouchers, you must reside in the Brussels-Capital Region and satisfy the following conditions:

• be disabled (+9 points, which is +66%) + certificate for inability to use public transport + WDRO (widows, the disabled, the retired and/or orphans) income.
• be aged over 75 + certificate for inability to use public transport + WDRO (widows, the disabled, the retired and/or orphans) income.

Travel smart in Brussels! Combine car and public transport

Transit parking at Brussels gateways 
Come to Brussels stress-free! Park your vehicle in a Park & Ride (P+R) car park and continue your journey by public transport. The Ceria-Coovi, Kraainem, Lennik, UZ and Stalle car parks are open to all vehicles, even those that do not meet the LEZ access criteria. 

Great news! Parking is often free for commuters and occasional visitors using STIB public transport. They just have to present a valid ticket at the automatic checkout at the exit. Cyclists enjoy a very low rate with the cycloparking subscription. 

Find out more about rates, season tickets, access conditions and public transport at these P+Rs on parking.brussels. 
 

1. Allowances for professionals

Low-emissions mobility bonuses for professionals: replace your van and install an electrical point

Will your commercial vehicle soon no longer be allowed to drive in the Brussels-Capital Region's Low Emission Zone (LEZ)? Take advantage of the Low-emissions mobility bonuses from Brussels Economy and Employment to replace it!

The self-employed, micro, small and medium-sized businesses operating in Brussels can benefit from a grant of up to €16,000 for the purchase or lease of a new utility vehicle to replace one that can no longer be driven in the Region. The premium can also cover the purchase and installation of a charging point.

More information on the Low-emissions mobility bonuses and how to apply for it

Do you live in Brussels and are you planning to get rid of your car and move towards more sustainable modes of transport? In exchange for your number plate being deregistered, take advantage of the Bruxell'air premium!

The Bruxell'Air premium is a bonus for residents of the Brussels-Capital Region who deregister their car. In exchange, they can benefit from different mobility alternatives.

More information : www.primebruxellair.brussels 

What should I do with my old vehicle?

Does your vehicle not meet the criteria for the Brussels Low Emission Zone (LEZ)? You have two options:

1. Resale: sell your vehicle on the second-hand market (outside Brussels)
2. Destruction: take your vehicle to an approved centre for destruction

I plan to buy a used vehicle. How can I be sure that I can drive in the LEZ?

Before buying a second-hand vehicle, check its category, fuel type and Euro standard (this information appears on the vehicle registration document). If the Euro standard is not available, the date of first registration can be used. For cars and vans, the seller is legally required to provide a Car-Pass, which indicates the Euro standard and the CO2 emission rate. The most stringent conditions are imposed on diesel vehicles.

In doubt? Use our simulator

I’m going to buy a new vehicle. How can I be sure that I can drive in the LEZ?

New cars generally comply with the Euro 6 standard, which means they can be driven in the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) without any problems. For more environmentally-friendly driving, opt for electric, natural gas, hydrogen or petrol vehicles. Petrol vehicles emit fewer pollutants than diesels.

In doubt? Use our simulator

The Mobility coach: your guide to efficient car-free travel in Brussels

The Mobility Coach is here to help you get around Brussels without a car. Receive personalised advice to help you choose the best routes and modes of transport for your needs.

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