- Must visit
Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (KMSKA)
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern art, and a landmark 19th-century building restored with contemporary galleries.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Almere to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Almere to Antwerp will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 4 trains that leave Almere for Antwerp on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Almere to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Almere to Antwerp:
A bus is $32 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Almere to Antwerp costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 3m by train vs 2h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $46 (€38) compared to roughly $38 (€31) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Eurocity Direct, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Almere to Antwerp trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:11 AM Almere | 3h12 | 10:23 AM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:28 AM Almere | 2h48 | 10:16 AM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Almere to Antwerp run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern art, and a landmark 19th-century building restored with contemporary galleries.
Antwerp’s flagship city museum covering trade, migration, and global connections, with strong exhibitions and panoramic rooftop views.
UNESCO-listed printing museum in the original Plantin publishing house, preserving historic presses, interiors, and rare books.
Revitalized docklands district blending warehouses, waterfront promenades, modern architecture, and popular photo spots.
Antwerp’s main shopping boulevard, lined with grand architecture and always lively for a central city walk.
Elegant street in Zurenborg famed for its extravagant Belle Époque townhouses and strong social media appeal.
Mussels steamed with aromatics and served with fries, a classic Belgian dish widely enjoyed in Antwerp.
Flemish beef stew slowly braised with dark Belgian beer, rich and comforting, often served with fries.
A traditional Belgian pastry shell filled with creamy chicken ragout, commonly found in classic brasseries.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant in a former chapel, known for creative tasting menus and a striking interior.
Historic Antwerp brewery venue for local beer, including Bolleke, with a lively atmosphere and beer-focused food options.
Well-known seafood restaurant with a polished yet relaxed setting, popular for fresh fish and shellfish.
Moderate by Western Europe standards. Food and transport are manageable, while central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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