- Must visit
AfricaMuseum
Distinctive museum in Tervuren showcasing Central Africa collections, architecture, and landscaped park surroundings.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
15
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Zaventem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Zaventem will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 15 buses that leave Amsterdam for Zaventem on Wed, Aug 05, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 168 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $240.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $434 Average price |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Zaventem:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Zaventem costing on average $51.
A bus is $410 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Zaventem costing on average $434.
Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 38m.
Flight takes on average 6h 28m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Zaventem buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 2:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h50 | 6:35 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h55 | 6:40 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h25 | 6:35 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h25 | 6:40 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h25 | 12:40 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h00 | 12:40 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h30 | 2:05 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h25 | 2:05 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 3:15 AM Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H) | 3h20 | 6:35 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h55 | 6:35 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 2h35 | 6:35 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h35 | 11:05 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h10 | 11:05 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Zaventem run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Zaventem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zaventem trip today.
Distinctive museum in Tervuren showcasing Central Africa collections, architecture, and landscaped park surroundings.
Leading old masters museum in Brussels, featuring Bruegel, Rubens, and Flemish painting highlights.
Major aviation museum at nearby Brussels Airport with preserved aircraft and exhibits on Belgian civil and military flying history.
Large public park and arboretum in nearby Tervuren, perfect for scenic walks, cycling, and classic landscape views.
Central square of Zaventem with shops, events, and an easy base for seeing the town’s everyday character.
Popular urban park with sports areas, paths, and open lawns, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the center.
Crisp twice-fried potato fries, a Belgian staple often served with mayonnaise. They are iconic street food eaten across Flanders and Brussels.
Mussels cooked with white wine, celery, onion, and herbs, usually served with fries. A classic Belgian brasserie dish popular nationwide.
A hearty Flemish beef stew simmered with dark Belgian beer and onions. It is a beloved comfort dish with rich regional beer flavor.
Casual local brasserie serving Belgian comfort food and grills in an approachable neighborhood setting close to central Zaventem.
Refined fine dining near Brussels Airport, known for elegant French-Belgian cooking and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Well-known airport dining spot with Belgian beers, brasserie classics, and a relaxed atmosphere suited to travelers and locals.
Moderate for Belgium: stays and dining cost more than smaller towns, but transit is efficient and everyday meals remain manageable for most travelers.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Zaventem by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zaventem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Zaventem buses use the Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Zaventem bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
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