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EMABB - Museum van de Boomse Baksteen
Flagship museum of the Rupel brick industry in a preserved factory, with kilns, machinery, and strong insight into Boom's industrial past.
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Compare bus and train for Brussels to Boom
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Boom 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 bus which can get you there in 34m. 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: 16 miles (27 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m 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.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Boom is a bus with an average price of $4 (€3).
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Boom:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Boom costing on average $12 (€10).
The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Boom is by bus with an average journey time of 34m.
Other travel options to Boom take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 2m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brussels and Boom including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels to Boom among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $4 (€3) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 34m versus 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, De Lijn.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Brussels to Boom Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 05:53AM | Arrival Time 07:03AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 06:23AM | Arrival Time 07:34AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 06:53AM | Arrival Time 08:02AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 07:08AM | Arrival Time 08:19AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 08:34AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 07:38AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 07:53AM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 08:08AM | Arrival Time 09:19AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 09:49AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 08:53AM | Arrival Time 10:04AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 09:08AM | Arrival Time 10:19AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 09:23AM | Arrival Time 10:34AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 09:38AM | Arrival Time 10:49AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 10:01AM | Arrival Time 11:12AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 10:23AM | Arrival Time 11:34AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 10:53AM | Arrival Time 12:04PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 11:23AM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 11:53AM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 12:23PM | Arrival Time 01:34PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:06PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 01:23PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 01:53PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 02:23PM | Arrival Time 03:34PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 02:46PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 03:23PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 03:38PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 03:53PM | Arrival Time 05:17PM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 04:08PM | Arrival Time 05:32PM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 04:26PM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 04:53PM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 05:08PM | Arrival Time 06:26PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 05:38PM | Arrival Time 06:53PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 05:53PM | Arrival Time 07:08PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 06:53PM | Arrival Time 08:04PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 07:08PM | Arrival Time 08:19PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 07:23PM | Arrival Time 08:33PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 07:53PM | Arrival Time 09:02PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 08:23PM | Arrival Time 09:28PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 08:53PM | Arrival Time 09:57PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator De Lijn | Departure Time 09:53PM | Arrival Time 10:56PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Boom
BelgiumBelgium
Buses from Brussels to Boom run on average 4 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:53, the last at 21:53. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average bus duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 3m |
First bus 5:53 AM |
Last bus 9:53 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, De Lijn from Brussels to BoomYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Boom with BlaBlaCar, De Lijn for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
De Lijn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
$4 (€3)
De Lijn frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Boom
Things to do in Boom
Discover the best of Boom — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Boom trip today.
- Must visit
Noeveren Museumsite
Open-air heritage site with brickworks, workers' stories, and industrial landscapes that explain why the Rupel region shaped Boom.
- Recommended
Heemmuseum Heymissen
Museum and archive in Hemiksem presenting local history, archaeology, and abbey heritage from the Rupel area close to Boom.
- Must visit
Provinciaal Recreatiedomein De Schorre
Waterside recreation area with lakes, walking paths, and seasonal beach atmosphere; one of Boom's best-known outdoor places.
- Must visit
Noeveren
Distinctive brickmaking quarter with old kilns, workshops, and lanes, offering Boom's most atmospheric industrial heritage walk.
- Recommended
Grote Markt
Central square and civic heart of Boom, lined with public buildings and often used for markets, events, and everyday local life.
- Vegetarian
Smos Met Plattekaas
Open-faced bread with soft cheese, radishes and chives. A simple Flemish staple often eaten in cafés and homes across Antwerp Province.
Stoofvlees
Slow-cooked Belgian beef stew made with dark beer, onions and mustard. It is a classic comfort dish found in traditional brasseries.
- Gluten-free
Stoemp
Creamy mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks or spinach, often served with sausage. A beloved hearty Flemish home dish.
De Schone van Boskoop
Stylish fine dining in Boom with refined Belgian and French-inspired cooking in an elegant, established setting.
Brasserie De Schorre
Well-known brasserie in Boom serving Belgian classics, seasonal dishes and beers in a relaxed, dependable atmosphere.
Den Boeier
Casual local spot for Belgian favorites and comfort food, suited to an easy meal with family or friends.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Belgium: dining and hotels cost more than budget EU spots, but transit is reasonable and Boom is often cheaper than central Antwerp or Brussels.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Boom
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Boom 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 Boom, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Brussels to Boom can start from as little as $4 (€3) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Brussels to Boom is $4 (€3) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Brussels to Boom is 1h 3m to travel the 16 miles (27 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Brussels to Boom leaves at 5:53 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Brussels to Boom leaves at 9:53 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Brussels to Boom with BlaBlaCar, De Lijn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Brussels to Boom, you can count on BlaBlaCar, De Lijn for the best way to get you to Boom. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Brussels and Boom and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Boom from Brussels is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 3m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brussels and Boom including taking a bus and train.
No, the bus from Brussels to Boom has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Brussels to Boom.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Boom are:
- Provinciaal Recreatiedomein De Schorre, a large recreational park known for hosting the annual Tomorrowland music festival
- Rupel Canal, a scenic waterway ideal for walking and cycling along its banks
- Boom War Memorial, a monument commemorating the soldiers who fought in World War I and II
- Boom Clay Pit, a geological site offering insights into the region's clay extraction history
- Boom Cultural Center, a venue for local art exhibitions, theater performances, and community events.
The best things to do in Boom include:
- Tomorrowland, a world-renowned electronic dance music festival attracting international visitors
- Boomse Polder, a nature reserve ideal for birdwatching and peaceful walks
- Boom Heritage Walk, a self-guided tour exploring the town's historical sites and architecture
- Boom Market, a vibrant local market offering fresh produce and artisanal goods
- Cycling along the Rupel Canal, enjoying the scenic views and fresh air.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Brussels to Boom.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Brussels to Boom.
No, luggage for the bus from Brussels to Boom needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Brussels to Boom.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Brussels to Boom.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Brussels to Boom.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Brussels to Boom.
Since both Brussels and Boom are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels to Boom among Omio's users.
Belgium uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find card payments widely accepted in cities, restaurants, and shops, though carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Boom, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas and avoid unlicensed taxis to prevent fare scams. It's advisable to use official transportation services and remain vigilant about personal belongings, especially in busy markets and transit hubs.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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