- 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
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boechout to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boechout to Antwerp will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 9 trains that leave Boechout for Antwerp on Mon, Jun 22, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 13 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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7283Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boechout to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boechout to Antwerp:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Boechout to Antwerp costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:
Bus takes on average 32m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (13m by train vs 33m by car). Tickets start at around $4 (€3) compared to roughly $2 (€2) 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 Regional, SNCB.
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 Boechout to Antwerp trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2877 | 7:01 AM Boechout station | 0h13 | 7:14 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2878 | 8:01 AM Boechout station | 0h13 | 8:14 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2879 | 9:01 AM Boechout station | 0h13 | 9:14 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2880 | 10:01 AM Boechout station | 0h13 | 10:14 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2881 | 11:01 AM Boechout station | 0h13 | 11:14 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Boechout to Antwerp run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 11:29 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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