Antwerp to Brussels train with PKP Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Antwerp to Brussels

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$12

Average price

$12

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

46 m

Trains per day

22

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Antwerp to Brussels will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.

Fast trains

Of the 22 trains that leave Antwerp for Brussels on Wed, Jun 18, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 46 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.

PKP Intercity3128
07:05AM1h00
Antwerp-Central
08:05AMBrussels-Midi
$121One-way
0 transfers
PKP Intercity2029
07:25AM0h46
Antwerp-Central
08:11AMBrussels-Midi
$121One-way
0 transfers
EuroCity9220
10:19AM0h58
Antwerp-Central
11:17AMBrussels-Midi
$121One-way
0 transfers
PKP Intercity3130
09:05AM0h58
Antwerp-Central
10:03AMBrussels-Midi
$121One-way
0 transfers
PKP Intercity2031
09:25AM0h46
Antwerp-Central
10:11AMBrussels-Midi
$121One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Antwerp to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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€11

Average price

€4

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Cheapest

1h 24m

Average duration

54m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 19m

Average duration

Fastest

49m

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30m

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Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Antwerp to Brussels train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, June 17
Last updated at 5:54 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
intercity31416:05 PM Antwerp-Central
0h58
7:03 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
eurocity92606:19 PM Antwerp-Central
0h58
7:17 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20426:25 PM Antwerp-Central
0h46
7:11 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45426:54 PM Antwerp-Central
0h47
7:41 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity31427:05 PM Antwerp-Central
0h58
8:03 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
eurocity92647:19 PM Antwerp-Central
0h58
8:17 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20437:25 PM Antwerp-Central
0h46
8:11 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45437:54 PM Antwerp-Central
0h47
8:41 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, June 18
intercity31274:05 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
5:03 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20284:25 AM Antwerp-Central
0h46
5:11 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45284:54 AM Antwerp-Central
0h47
5:41 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity31285:05 AM Antwerp-Central
1h00
6:05 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20295:25 AM Antwerp-Central
0h46
6:11 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45295:54 AM Antwerp-Central
0h47
6:41 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity31296:05 AM Antwerp-Central
1h00
7:05 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
eurocity92126:19 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
7:17 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20306:25 AM Antwerp-Central
0h46
7:11 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45306:56 AM Antwerp-Central
0h45
7:41 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity31307:05 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
8:03 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
eurocity92167:19 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
8:17 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20317:25 AM Antwerp-Central
0h46
8:11 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45317:54 AM Antwerp-Central
0h47
8:41 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity31318:05 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
9:03 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
eurocity92208:19 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
9:17 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20328:25 AM Antwerp-Central
0h46
9:11 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45328:54 AM Antwerp-Central
0h47
9:41 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity31329:05 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
10:03 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
eurocity92249:19 AM Antwerp-Central
0h58
10:17 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity20339:25 AM Antwerp-Central
0h46
10:11 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
intercity45339:54 AM Antwerp-Central
0h47
10:41 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Antwerp to Brussels?

The best time to book your train from Antwerp to Brussels is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Antwerp to Brussels route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Antwerp to Brussels per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Antwerp to Brussels.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Antwerp to Brussels

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Trains from Antwerp to Brussels run on average 9 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance
25 miles (41 km)
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
$13 (€11)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
34m
First train
04:53
Last train
22:58
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)

Train providers: PKP Intercity, BSB and Regional from Antwerp to Brussels trains

Find the best trains between Antwerp and Brussels with Omio's travel partners PKP Intercity, BSB and Regional from $13 (€11). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed railway service connecting the United Kingdom with countries in continental Europe like France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Most Eurostar trains travel through the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, between the UK and France. With a high-speed train service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), you will travel between Antwerp and Brussels in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar train from Antwerp to Brussels, you can choose between three ticket types: Standard, Standard Premier (with light refreshments served and spacious seats), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seating, lounge access, priority boarding and hot meal served).

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.

FAQs: Trains from Antwerp to Brussels

FAQs: Travel by train from Antwerp to Brussels easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Brussels.
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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Antwerp to Brussels

Antwerp
Brussels
The major train station for departures in Antwerp is Ekeren. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ekeren for your trip from Antwerp to Brussels.
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Luchtbal
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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WCWC
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
Dining
Dining
  • Café - Brasserie Royal
  • Einstein Koffie
  • Leonidas
  • Starbucks
  • Yam Yam
  • Panos
  • Sweetz To Go
  • Frituur Centraal
  • lunch & pasta coffee
  • Döner Company
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
  • A-Stay Antwerpen
  • Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Public transit options for Antwerpen Centraal
  • Tram lines: 11
  • Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
  • Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
Mortsel-DeurnesteenwegParkingDiningATMAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Binnensingel.
Dining
Dining
  • Wagamama
  • Brasserie Dikke Mee
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem
  • Tulip Inn Antwerpen
  • Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for domestic trains
  • Hall 2: platform 5-10 for international and regional trains
Public transit options for Antwerpen-Berchem
  • Tram: Line 4, Line 9, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
MortselParkingDiningATMAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
The major train station for arrivals in Brussels is Bruxelles-Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bruxelles-Central for your journey to Brussels from Antwerp.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks
  • Brasserie 28 Brewery
  • Panos
  • Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
  • Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
  • Hôtel The Moon
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bruxelles-Central
  • Metro lines: 1, 5
  • Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
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Amenities at train station
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Dining
Dining
  • Friture Pitta De La Chapelle
  • Les Brigittines
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • Free of charge
Public transit options for Bruxelles-Chapelle
  • Metro: Line 3, Line 4
  • Tram: Line 51
  • Bus: Several lines available
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
12
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
Dining
Dining
  • Chabrol Brasserie
  • Winok Café
  • Félix Wine Bar
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Progress
  • Hilton Brussels City
  • Hotel Siru
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
  • Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
Public transit options for Brussels-Nord
  • Metro: Line 3, Line 4
  • Tram: Line 25, Line 55
  • Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Dining
Dining
  • Pullman Hotel Bar
  • Quick Gare du Midi
  • Subway
  • EXKi Zuid
  • Starbucks
  • Häagen-Dazs
  • Sbarro
  • The Coffee Club
  • The Belgian Chocolate House
  • PAUL
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Les Lofts De Styliste
  • Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
  • Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via the main airport entrance.
Dining
Dining
  • Black Pearls
  • Leffe Bar
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel
  • Novotel Brussels Airport
  • Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €15
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, train platforms
  • Hall 2: check-in and departures
  • Hall 3: arrivals and baggage claim
Public transit options for Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • Train: Direct connections to Brussels and other major cities
  • Bus: Several lines available

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