- Must visit
Museum aan de Stroom (MAS)
Antwerp’s landmark museum on the river, covering the city’s history, trade, migration, and global connections in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
39 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Antwerp will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 29 buses that leave Brussels for Antwerp on Fri, Jul 10, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 40 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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FlibcoOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Brussels to Antwerp:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Antwerp costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:
Bus takes on average 51m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (51m by bus vs 57m by car) and save roughly $0.71 (€0.58) compared to fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $9 (€7)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Flibco, flibco, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Antwerp buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Flibco | 6:20 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h45 | 7:05 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 9:05 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:25 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h40 | 9:05 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 10:35 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:55 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h40 | 10:35 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 12:05 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:25 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h40 | 12:05 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flibco | 12:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h30 | 2:00 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 1:25 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h35 | 2:00 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1699 | 1:25 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h20 | 2:45 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h20 | 3:15 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4743 | 5:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h50 | 5:50 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 7:50 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:10 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h40 | 7:50 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h05 | 10:20 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4739 | 8:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h00 | 9:45 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:30 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 10:20 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:45 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h50 | 11:35 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:50 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h45 | 11:35 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:45 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h50 | 1:35 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51111 | 11:50 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 12:45 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:45 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 1:35 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 1:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 2:55 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:00 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h55 | 2:55 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h50 | 4:50 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0h50 | 4:30 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h45 | 4:50 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1647 | 4:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h30 | 5:50 PM Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h50 | 7:05 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Brussels to Antwerp run on average 24 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average bus duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Antwerp — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Antwerp trip today.
Antwerp’s landmark museum on the river, covering the city’s history, trade, migration, and global connections in a striking modern building.
The former home and workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, showcasing the life and work of Antwerp’s most famous Baroque artist.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian modern art, and a celebrated collection in a newly restored building.
Antwerp’s historic main square, lined with guild houses and the town hall, and one of the city’s essential sightseeing spots.
A revitalized docklands district around MAS with marinas, modern architecture, and photogenic waterfront walks.
The city’s principal shopping boulevard, known for grand architecture and constant foot traffic in the center.
Classic Flemish beef stew slowly braised in dark Belgian beer, often served with fries. It is one of the most traditional comfort dishes in Antwerp and across Flanders.
Mussels with fries are a Belgian staple commonly enjoyed in Antwerp, especially when North Sea mussels are in season. The simple preparation highlights fresh seafood and local fry culture.
A beloved Belgian dish of creamy chicken ragout, often with mushrooms and meatballs, typically served with fries or puff pastry. It is a familiar brasserie classic in Antwerp.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant in a former chapel, known for creative tasting menus, polished service, and one of Antwerp’s most celebrated culinary experiences.
Historic Antwerp brewery complex where visitors can drink the city’s iconic Bolleke and enjoy Belgian dishes in a lively, established beer-focused setting.
Established seafood restaurant in fashionable Zuid, appreciated for fresh fish, shellfish, and a stylish brasserie atmosphere.
Prices are above average for Belgium, especially for hotels and dining in the center, though transit and casual eats remain manageable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Brussels to Antwerp buses are not available; however, car sharing services like BlaBlaCar make the journey frequently.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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