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More time savings with high-speed trains on the HSL-Zuid
More time savings with high-speed trains on the HSL-Zuid
NS Hispeed launches the fastest connection by bringing Amsterdam, Schiphol and Rotterdam closer together per 7 September 2009 and the launch of a new train link on the HSL-Zuid (High-Speed Line South). This will take you to your destination in just 43 minutes, making it the fastest connection there is. And you have the benefit of platform lounges, on-board catering and a reserved seat. It allows you to save time in comfort.
In mid-2010, NS Hispeed will expand the list of destinations to include Antwerp and Brussels, and the journey time savings and frequency between these cities will increase too. Breda will follow. NS Hispeed will ultimately offer six high-speed trains an hour between Amsterdam and Rotterdam at a journey time of just 36 minutes.
Make the most of the journey time savings and book your ticket through your Carlson Wagonlit Travel consultant.
Thalys on the HSL-Zuid to Paris
Starting 13 December 2009, Thalys will also run on the HSL, travelling between Amsterdam, Schiphol and Rotterdam at a speed of 160 km/h. From Rotterdam onwards, Thalys will run at its full speed of 300 km/h (except for 160 km/h between Antwerp and Brussels). This means getting you to Paris even faster:Journey route
Journey time was
Journey time will be
Journey time savings of
Amsterdam – Paris
4:09
3:18
51 minutes
Schiphol - Paris
3:52
3:04
48 minutes
Rotterdam - Paris
3:09
2:30
39 minutes
Tickets for Thalys can be booked up to three months in advance through your Carlson Wagonlit Travel consultant. Fares depend on when you book your journey and when you will be travelling.
