- Must visit
Museum aan de Stroom (MAS)
Antwerp’s flagship museum on the river, covering the city’s history, trade, migration and global connections. The rooftop panorama is especially popular.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
173
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 173 trains that leave Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for Antwerp on Sun, May 31, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 55 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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9476Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp costing on average $44 (€35).
Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (1h 28m by train vs 2h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $44 (€35) compared to roughly $36 (€29) 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, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9916 | 7:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 8:22 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9316 | 7:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 8:22 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9520 | 8:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 9:27 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9520+ 709 | 8:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 9:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9520+ 2380 | 8:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 9:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3520+ 9220 | 8:14 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 10:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
3520+ 9220 | 8:14 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 10:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3520+ 9220+ 18226 | 8:14 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h23 | 10:37 AM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
9322 | 8:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 9:22 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9322+ 2380 | 8:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 9:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 709 | 8:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 9:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9524+ 19734 | 9:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 10:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9524 | 9:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 10:27 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9524+ 2381 | 9:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 10:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9328 | 9:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 10:22 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9328+ 19734 | 9:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 10:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 2381 | 9:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 10:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9528 | 10:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 11:27 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9528+ 19732 | 10:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 11:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9528+ 2382 | 10:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 11:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3528+ 9228 | 10:14 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 12:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3528+ 9228 | 10:14 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 12:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
9434 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 11:22 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9434+ 19732 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 11:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 19732 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 11:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9334 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 11:22 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9334+ 2382 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 11:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9434+ 2382 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 11:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2430 · 1139+ 9228 | 10:41 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 12:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
2430 · 1139+ 9228 | 10:41 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 12:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
9532 | 11:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 12:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9532+ 19718 | 11:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 12:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9532+ 2383 | 11:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 12:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3532+ 9232 | 11:14 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 1:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3532+ 9232 | 11:14 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 1:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1832+ 9232 | 11:22 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h01 | 1:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1832+ 9232 | 11:22 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h54 | 1:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
2434 · 1143+ 9232 | 11:41 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 1:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
2434 · 1143+ 9232 | 11:41 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 1:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
9536+ 713 | 12:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 1:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9536 | 12:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 1:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9536+ 2384 | 12:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 1:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3536+ 9236 | 12:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 2:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3536+ 9236 | 12:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 2:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
9346 | 12:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 1:22 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9346+ 713 | 12:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 1:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9346+ 2384 | 12:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 1:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2438 · 1147+ 9236 | 12:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 2:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
2438 · 1147+ 9236 | 12:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 2:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
9540 | 1:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 2:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9540+ 714 | 1:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 2:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9540+ 2385 | 1:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 2:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3540+ 9240 | 1:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 3:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
3540+ 9240 | 1:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 3:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1840+ 9240 | 1:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h01 | 3:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1840+ 9240 | 1:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h54 | 3:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
2442 · 1151+ 9240 | 1:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 3:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
2442 · 1151+ 9240 | 1:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 3:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
9544+ 2386 | 2:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 3:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9544 | 2:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 3:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9544+ 715 | 2:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 3:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3544+ 9244 | 2:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 4:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
3544+ 9244 | 2:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 4:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9358 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 3:22 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9458 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 3:22 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9458+ 2386 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 3:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9358+ 715 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 3:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9458+ 715 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 3:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9358+ 2386 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 3:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2446 · 1155+ 9244 | 2:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 4:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
2446 · 1155+ 9244 | 2:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 4:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
9548 | 3:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 4:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9548+ 19724 | 3:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 4:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9548+ 2387 | 3:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 4:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3548+ 9248 | 3:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 5:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3548+ 9248 | 3:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 5:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1848+ 9248 | 3:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h54 | 5:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1848+ 9248 | 3:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h01 | 5:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
2450 · 1159+ 9248 | 3:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 5:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
2450 · 1159+ 9248 | 3:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 5:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
9552+ 19726 | 4:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 5:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9552+ 2388 | 4:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 5:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9552 | 4:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 5:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3552+ 9252 | 4:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 6:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
3552+ 9252 | 4:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 6:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1852+ 9252 | 4:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h54 | 6:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1852+ 9252 | 4:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h01 | 6:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
2454 · 1163+ 9252 | 4:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 6:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
2454 · 1163+ 9252 | 4:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 6:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
9556+ 2389 | 5:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h41 | 6:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9556 | 5:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 6:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9556+ 718 | 5:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 6:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3556+ 9256 | 5:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 7:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3556+ 9256 | 5:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 7:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
9376 | 5:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 6:22 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9376+ 2389 | 5:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h25 | 6:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9376+ 718 | 5:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 6:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
2458 · 1167+ 9256 | 5:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 7:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
2458 · 1167+ 9256 | 5:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 7:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
9560 | 6:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 7:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9560+ 719 | 6:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 7:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9560+ 3341+ 1469 | 6:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h50 | 8:01 PM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
3560+ 9260 | 6:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 8:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3560+ 9260 | 6:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 8:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
9382 | 6:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 7:22 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9482 | 6:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h55 | 7:22 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9382+ 1841 | 6:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h49 | 8:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9482+ 719+ 1469 | 6:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h34 | 8:01 PM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
9382+ 719 | 6:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 7:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9482+ 719 | 6:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h13 | 7:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9382+ 719+ 1469 | 6:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h34 | 8:01 PM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
2462 · 1171+ 9260 | 6:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 8:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
2462 · 1171+ 9260 | 6:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 8:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
9564+ 1842 | 7:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h05 | 9:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9564+ 720 | 7:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 8:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9564+ 3342+ 1470 | 7:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h50 | 9:01 PM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
9564 | 7:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 8:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3564+ 9264 | 7:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 9:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
3564+ 9264 | 7:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 9:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1864+ 9264 | 7:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h54 | 9:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1864+ 9264 | 7:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h01 | 9:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
2466 · 1175+ 9264 | 7:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 9:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
2466 · 1175+ 9264 | 7:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 9:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
9568+ 721 | 8:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 9:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9568 | 8:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 9:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9568+ 2592 | 8:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h11 | 10:22 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9568+ 3343+ 1471 | 8:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h50 | 10:01 PM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
3568+ 9268 | 8:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 10:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
3568+ 9268 | 8:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 10:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1868+ 9268 | 8:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h01 | 10:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1868+ 9268 | 8:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h54 | 10:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
2470 · 1179+ 9268 | 8:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 10:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
2470 · 1179+ 9268 | 8:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 10:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
9572 | 9:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 10:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9572+ 722 | 9:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 10:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9572+ 3344+ 1472 | 9:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h50 | 11:01 PM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
3572+ 9272+ 1826 | 9:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 8h02 | 5:16 AM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
3572+ 9272 | 9:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h02 | 11:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
3572+ 9272 | 9:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h09 | 11:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1872+ 9272 | 9:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 2h01 | 11:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1872+ 9272 | 9:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h54 | 11:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1872+ 9272+ 1826 | 9:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 7h54 | 5:16 AM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
2474 · 1183+ 9272+ 1826 | 9:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 7h35 | 5:16 AM Antwerp-South | 3 transfers | |
2474 · 1183+ 9272 | 9:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h35 | 11:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
2474 · 1183+ 9272 | 9:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h42 | 11:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 2 transfers | |
9512+ 19710 | 6:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h29 | 7:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9512+ 3329+ 1457 | 6:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h50 | 8:01 AM Antwerp-South | 2 transfers | |
9512+ 1829 | 6:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 2h05 | 8:16 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9512 | 6:11 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h16 | 7:27 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 10:58 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 flagship museum on the river, covering the city’s history, trade, migration and global connections. The rooftop panorama is especially popular.
The restored home and studio of Peter Paul Rubens, offering insight into the life and work of Antwerp’s most famous Baroque painter.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern art and a landmark renovation that made it one of Belgium’s top cultural attractions.
Antwerp’s historic main square, framed by guild houses, the city hall and the Brabo Fountain. A classic first stop in the old center.
Revived docklands neighborhood around MAS, packed with waterside views, modern architecture and some of Antwerp’s most shared photo spots.
Antwerp’s grand central shopping boulevard, known for impressive architecture and heavy foot traffic between major city sights.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onion, or cream, traditionally served with Belgian fries. A classic meal in Antwerp and across Flanders.
Flemish beef stew slowly braised in dark Belgian beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries. A beloved comfort dish in Antwerp.
A creamy chicken and mushroom ragout served in a puff pastry case, often with fries. A traditional Belgian brasserie favorite.
Renowned fine-dining restaurant in a former chapel, celebrated for creative contemporary cuisine and an exceptional destination atmosphere.
Historic Antwerp brewery and visitor venue best known for Bolleke De Koninck, with beer-focused dining and a lively atmosphere.
Famous cathedral-side brasserie filled with religious statues, serving Belgian classics and beers in a unique historic setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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The train connection between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Antwerp offers a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two cities. Passengers can choose from several providers, including NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, and NS International | IC Direct. With frequent departures throughout the day, travelers can enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views as they journey through the picturesque landscapes of Belgium and the Netherlands.
The train connection from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp takes approximately 57 minutes and offers 7 direct connections per day. Passengers can enjoy a seamless journey with no transfers required, making it an efficient option for travelers heading between these two cities.
The first daily train journey from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol departs at 06:35, providing an early start for travelers heading to the vibrant city of Antwerp. The last departure is scheduled for 19:40, allowing visitors ample time to explore and enjoy their day before returning in the evening.
The cheapest ticket price for a train journey between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Antwerp is €21. The average ticket price typically hovers around €42, making it an affordable option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant cities.
The Cathedral of Our Lady, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, was completed in the 16th century and is home to several masterpieces by the renowned artist Peter Paul Rubens. Its towering spires dominate Antwerp's skyline and symbolize the city's rich artistic heritage, making it not just a place of worship but also a UNESCO World Heritage site that attracts art lovers from around the globe. As you step inside, you'll be captivated by its breathtaking stained glass windows and intricate altarpieces that tell stories steeped in history.
Antwerp Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in Europe established in 1843, offers visitors an enchanting glimpse into wildlife conservation while being nestled right next to Central Station. This unique urban oasis houses over 7,000 animals across diverse habitats and emphasizes education about endangered species through engaging exhibits. The zoo’s historic architecture adds charm as you stroll through lush gardens filled with exotic flora—making it an unforgettable experience for families and animal enthusiasts alike.
Museum aan de Stroom (MAS) stands proudly along Antwerp's waterfront as a modern architectural marvel opened in 2011; it's dedicated to showcasing both local culture and global connections throughout history. With its innovative design featuring panoramic views from multiple terraces overlooking the cityscape below, MAS invites exploration into fascinating exhibitions ranging from maritime artifacts to contemporary art installations. Don't miss out on experiencing this vibrant hub where past meets present—a true testament to Antwerp’s dynamic spirit!
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Antwerp by train. 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 train, 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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