Antwerp to Brussels by Train + Bus
This route from Antwerp to Brussels is not by train the whole way: by bus and train it takes about 3h 51m in total, with these operators across the whole journey: City transit, Local bus, SNCB. A quicker option we found is bus, at 20m.
A Closer Look at the Train Journey
What follows describes one route in our records. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Estimated fare
- €26
- Total journey
- 3h 51m
- Change
- 2 transfers
- Operator
- City transit, Local bus, SNCB
Our estimate, not a fare we saw · Not checked for your date
The Journey, Step by Step
- 1Antwerp to AntwerpCity transit10m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Antwerp - 2Antwerp Airport to LeuvenLocal bus1h 06m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Leuven - 3Leuven to Bruxelles Midi
SNCB15mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Antwerp to Brussels
SNCB runs 55 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:11 and the last at 14:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNCB | 55 | 00:11 | 14:05 |
| Airport Express + metro | · | · | · |
All departures SNCB
- 00:11
- 00:17
- 04:39
- 04:54
- 05:02
- 05:03
- 05:05
- 05:06
- 05:39
- 05:53
- 06:05
- 06:25
- 06:39
- 06:54
- 07:05
- 07:06
- 07:25
- 07:39
- 07:54
- 08:05
- 08:06
- 08:19
- 08:25
- 08:39
- 08:54
- 08:56
- 09:05
- 09:19
- 09:25
- 09:39
- 09:54
- 09:56
- 10:05
- 10:19
- 10:25
- 10:39
- 10:54
- 11:05
- 11:19
- 11:25
- 11:39
- 11:54
- 12:05
- 12:19
- 12:25
- 12:39
- 12:54
- 13:05
- 13:19
- 13:39
- 13:54
- 14:05
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train Facts for This Route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Arrives at
- Brussels Airport
- Train operators
- SNCB, Airport Express + metro
- Timetable
- First train at 00:11, last at 14:05, 55 a day with SNCB.
- Good to know
- The train covers Leuven to Bruxelles Midi. The rest of the journey is by bus.
Before You Travel
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other Ways to Travel
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €3Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€3Omio catalogue, Nov 920m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Antwerp to Brussels by Train: Common Questions
How long does Antwerp to Brussels take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 3h 51m, 2 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Antwerp to Brussels?
Our estimate for this route is around €26. We have not seen it as a fare, so check the price for your date.
Who runs the journey from Antwerp to Brussels?
The journey as a whole uses: City transit, Local bus, SNCB.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 20m. It is cheaper too, at €3.
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