Antwerp to Brussels train
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Fastest train times from Antwerp to Brussels
Fastest Journey
46 m
Average
52 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
41 km
Of the 12 trains that leave Antwerp for Brussels every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Antwerp to Brussels
 | Distance | 25 miles (41 km) |
 | Average train duration | 46 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $11 (€10) |
 | Train frequency | 93 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 91 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | SNCB, SNCB | IC or Thalys |
Trains from Antwerp to Brussels cover the 25 miles (41 km) long trip taking on average 46 min with our travel partners like SNCB, SNCB | IC or Thalys. Normally, there are 93 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $11 (€10), but the average price of train tickets is $11 (€10). Travelers depart most frequently from Antwerp and arrive in Bruxelles-Midi.
Train providers: SNCB and Thalys from Antwerp to Brussels trains
For as little as $11 (€10) you can travel by train between Antwerp and Brussels with SNCB and Thalys. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.
SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your train between Antwerp and Brussels.
One of the best ways to travel to Brussels from Antwerp is by taking a train with SNCB. Omio helps you find the ideal SNCB train from Antwerp to Brussels by showing you SNCB current train schedules and timetables, the train tickets on offer (including amenities offered onboard and travel information like baggage allowance) and the best prices for this Antwerp to Brussels trip. You can expect to travel 25 miles (41 km) to Brussels from Antwerp on a train with SNCB. If you are using the Omio app to search for trains to Brussels from Antwerp, you can check straight away if the SNCB ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when traveling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the train station. Once you’ve found that perfect train, book your SNCB train ticket on Omio quickly and easily, then enjoy your upcoming trip to Brussels from Antwerp!
Antwerp to Brussels train information with SNCB:
- Average Duration: 47 min
- SNCB frequency: 91 a day
Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train between Antwerp and Brussels with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.
Are you making plans to travel to Brussels from Antwerp? Why not take a train with Thalys? Omio can show you current Thalys train times, tickets, travel information (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard) and prices so you can find the best deals on Antwerp to Brussels trains all in one place. On the Thalys train, you can expect to travel 25 miles (41 km) between Antwerp and Brussels. If you use the Omio app to search for trains between Antwerp and Brussels, you can quickly see if the Thalys ticket is a mobile ticket, making it easy for you to go paperless when taking a train. Once you have found your perfect one-way Thalys train to Brussels from Antwerp, book your cheap train tickets online on Omio or in the Omio app quickly and easily so you can spend the rest of your time enjoying your upcoming trip!
Trains from Antwerp to Brussels
Trains in Europe are an effective way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international train routes in BeNeLux. Trains from Antwerp to Brussels are direct, with an average journey between the two cities requiring just over half an hour in travel time. Train options available include the high-speed, the intercity and the local train. Over 150 trains travel from Antwerp to Brussels per day and are available during weekdays, with slightly less availability during holidays and on the weekend. The journey may also take longer during holidays and weekends. The first train usually departs Antwerp at 4:35 a.m. while the last leaves at 12:10 a.m. Most trains traveling from Antwerp to Brussels are operated by SNCB; however, Thalys does offer occasional trains.
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Antwerp to Brussels Train Cost
Average prices for trains from Antwerp to Brussels when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
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Same Day |
€8 |
1 Day in Advance |
€8 |
1 Week in Advance |
€8 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€8 |
1 Month in Advance |
€8 |
3 Months in Advance |
€8 |
Antwerp to Brussels Trains: General Information
The vast majority of Antwerp to Brussels trains are run by SNCB; however, occasionally Thalys also operates Antwerp to Brussels routes.- All Antwerp to Brussels trains are direct, depart from Antwerpen Centraal train station and arrive at either Bruxelles-Midi, Bruxelles-Central, Bruxelles-Congres, or Bruxelles-Nord train station.
- The Antwerp to Brussels train journey takes as little as 35 minutes to arrive in Brussels.
- Most travelers book their Antwerp to Brussels train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Taking the Train from Antwerp
The journey starts from Antwerpen-Centraal and ends at Brussels South Railway station. The Antwerpen-Centraal is situated at the center Antwerp and a few minutes walk from the shopping area. Subway, tram, and bus transport services from this station are available during any time of the day.
Arriving in Brussels by Train
Brussels South Railway station is situated in the southern part of Brussels. Public transport to the station is readily available. It takes only a few minutes to travel from the center of the city to the railway. It opens at 5:45 a.m. and closes at 10:00 p.m. daily. Brussels is found in Belgium, and it has a population of approximately 1.2 million people. Both French and Dutch are widely spoken.
Travel Tips: Trains from Antwerp to Brussels
When taking the train from Antwerp to Brussels, you can choose to depart from train stations like Antwerp and Antwerp, Berchem Driekoningen. Your route can end in train stations such as Bruxelles-Midi, Bruxelles-Central and Brussels-Nord.
Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Antwerp and arrive in Bruxelles-Midi.
Passengers board their train most frequently from Antwerp and travel around 0 miles (6 m) from the city center to this train station.
Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Bruxelles-Midi and need to travel approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) from the train station to the city center in Brussels.
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