Access & Mobility

  • Waterloo is easily accessible, whether you come by car, bus or train. Here are all the options for organizing your visit.

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    By bus – TEC Network

    Two bus lines from Brussels serve Waterloo. Check timetables via the TEC app or website before your trip.

    Line W

    Route : Brussels (Gare du Midi (South) / Avenue Fonsny) → Braine-l’Alleud (train station).

    • Stop for Tourist Office & Wellington Museum : Waterloo, Église (~50 min).
    • Stop for the Battlefield (Lion’s Mound) : Braine-l’Alleud, Route de Nivelles (~60 min).
    Line 365

    Route : Brussels (Gare du Midi (South) / Avenue Fonsny) → Charleroi (Jumet).

    • Stop for Tourist Office & Wellington Museum : Waterloo, Église (~50 min).
    • Stop for the Battlefield (Lion’s Mound) : Waterloo, Monument Gordon (~60 min).
    • Napoleon’s Last Headquarters : Genappe, Dernier QG (~65 min).

    ⚠️ Service may be limited on certain days, plan your return in advance!

    Bus tickets
    • «  Next » : Ideal for short trips around Waterloo.
    • «  Multi8 » / «  Multiflex » : Best for groups or repeat travel.

    Available via app, vending machines, onboard, or at points of sale like Waterloo Tourism. Fares may vary according to place of purchase.

    Practical tips

    • Board at the front, exit at the back
    • Validate your ticket on the red terminal.
    • Scan QR for mobile tickets.
    • Signal the driver to stop before boarding; press« Stop » button to get off
    • Free for children under 6.

  • By train – SNCB

    Waterloo Station is 1 km from the city centre and Tourist Office (approx. 15 min walk).

    To reach the Lion’s Mound directly, go to Braine-l’Alleud Station, then:

    • Walk: ~30 min
    • Bus (line W): ~10–15 min (exit on the station side by platform 4)

    Tickets available online, via app, or at machines/stations.
    ⚠️ €9 supplement applies for onboard purchases.

    Don’t forget to check timetables in advance via the SNCB app or their website.

    Two Cambio shared cars are available at Waterloo Station. Reserve online for flexible use.

  • By car

    Parking

    Waterloo has 8 free municipal parking lots.
    Check signage to see if a blue disc is required (available at Waterloo Tourism) and respect parking times.

    More information on parking in Waterloo.

    Cambio car-sharing

    Cambio is a simple, economical and ecological car-sharing service available in Waterloo. It lets you rent a car by the hour or by the day, without the hassle of owning one.

    How does it work?

    • Register online or on the app.
    • Reserve in advance or last minute.
    • Unlock with your card or app.
    • Return the car to its original location.

    Two Cambio cars are available at Waterloo station.

  • By taxi

    Taxis are available for all major destinations.

    Taxis in Waterloo
    • Taxis Fabbrimone : +32 (0)2 280 32 32 | +32 (0)475 26 48 47
    • Taxi Gino : +32 (0)473 28 81 53
    • Taxi Tony : +32 (0)496 30 60 40
    • Taxi and Limousine corporation : +32 (0)472 19 27 82
    Indicative fares
    • Waterloo →  Zaventem airport : 50 – 60 €
    • Waterloo → Gare du Midi (Brussels South) : 50 €
    • Waterloo →  Charleroi airport : 55 – 70 €
    • Waterloo → Domain of the Battle 1815 : 15 – 25 €
    • Waterloo → Napoleon’s last HQ : 25 €
    • Domain of the Battle 1815 → Napoleon’s last HQ : 20 – 25 €
    • Domain of the Battle 1815 →  Braine-l’Alleud station : 15 – 20 €
    • Napoleon’s last HQ → Braine-l’Alleud station : 20 – 25 €

    Prices are indicative and subject to change.