Comparing the two transit apps to help you pick the right one for Belgium.
| SNCB/NMBS | TEC | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Belgium's official national rail app for live journeys, domestic fares and tickets, including airport rail connections. | Wallonia's official bus and tram app for route planning, live information and TEC ticket purchase. |
| Essential? | Yes | No |
| Pro Tip | Buy before boarding and open the live ticket in Purchases. An email or screenshot is not valid, and the lead passenger needs matching ID. | Buy and activate the correct TEC ticket before travel, then keep the phone charged. Ordinary bank-card tapping was still a future rollout, not a network-wide payment method, when checked. |
| App Store | Download | Download |
| Play Store | Download | Download |
We recommend SNCB/NMBS for transit in Belgium. Buy before boarding and open the live ticket in Purchases. An email or screenshot is not valid, and the lead passenger needs matching ID.
SNCB/NMBS is our top recommendation for transit in Belgium. Belgium's official national rail app for live journeys, domestic fares and tickets, including airport rail connections.
SNCB/NMBS vs TEC in Belgium