A night 'luxury' bus service promises to connect Brussels to other European cities starting this November.
The service, provided by the Swiss mobility start-up, Twiliner, allows passengers to lie on a flat sleeping seat during their overnight trips. The company compares the comfort level of the experience to travelling in business class on a plane.
"Instead of mass processing, cramped conditions, stress and loss of time, our focus is on stylish, quiet, and safe travel," the Twiliner team wrote in a statement.
The outside of the bus. Credit: Twiliner/Remo Vettori
In addition to the reclining "sleeping seats", the double decker sleeper buses are equipped with an onboard snack bar and a spacious bathroom and changing room. It promises free wi-fi, coffee and water during every journey.
Each bus can take 21 passengers, three on the lower deck and 18 above. Each passenger can bring one large suitcase (max. 23kg, 80 x 50 x 35cm) and a carry-on (max. 5kg, 50 x 30 x 20cm).
Credit: Twiliner/Remo Vettori
While children over 5 years old can use the service, the company asks for adult passengers to ensure the children are familiar with long-distance trips and can take a "quiet sleep-friendly environment" into consideration
Two main routes will be launching from this November. According to the Twiliner's website, the trips from Brussels can be made starting 14 November.
Credit: Twiliner/Remo Vettori
Brussels will be a stop on the route between Zurich and Amsterdam. In addition to Belgium's capital, the route stops in Rotterdam, Luxembourg, and Basel. A single ticket between Brussels and Zurich is set to cost around €200 according to Belga News Agency.
Another route is also available between Zurich and Barcelona, via Bern and Girona. However, the bus service hopes to extend its routes in the future.
