Brussels Airport to Brussels-North train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

$14

Average ticket price on Sep 18

$14

Fastest journey on Sep 18

11 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

11 m

Trains on Sep 18

24

Distance

10 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast trains

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 24 trains from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North, including 24 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 11 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.

  • Intercity2230
    8:57 AM0h11
    Brussels National Airport
    9:08 AMBrussels-North
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • EuroCity9224
    11:54 AM0h11
    Brussels National Airport
    12:05 PMBrussels-North
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity2233
    11:57 AM0h11
    Brussels National Airport
    12:08 PMBrussels-North
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity3730
    9:30 AM0h11
    Brussels National Airport
    9:41 AMBrussels-North
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity2833
    11:24 AM0h11
    Brussels National Airport
    11:35 AMBrussels-North
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brussels Airport to Brussels-North

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $14.

Distance: 6 miles (10 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$14

Average price

$7

Average price

Cheapest

$2

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

42m

Average total duration

Fastest

12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 0m

Average total duration

30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

27m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North is a bus with an average price of $7 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North:

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North costing on average $14 (€11).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North is by train with an average journey time of 12m.

Other travel options to Brussels-North take longer:

Bus takes on average 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brussels Airport and Brussels-North including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 15m sooner (12m by train vs 27m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€11) 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 Intercity, EuroCity, 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.

Live departures

Brussels Airport to Brussels-North train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels Airport to Brussels-North trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Intercity23318:13 AM Brussels National Airport
0h12
8:25 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity28308:24 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
8:35 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity37298:29 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
8:40 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity19308:42 AM Brussels National Airport
0h17
8:59 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
EuroCity92128:54 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
9:05 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity22308:57 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
9:08 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity23329:13 AM Brussels National Airport
0h12
9:25 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity28319:24 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
9:35 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity37309:30 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
9:41 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity19319:42 AM Brussels National Airport
0h17
9:59 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
EuroCity92169:54 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
10:05 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity22319:57 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
10:08 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity233310:13 AM Brussels National Airport
0h12
10:25 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity283210:24 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
10:35 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity373110:30 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
10:41 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity193210:42 AM Brussels National Airport
0h17
10:59 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
EuroCity922010:54 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
11:05 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity223210:57 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
11:08 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity233411:13 AM Brussels National Airport
0h12
11:25 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity283311:24 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
11:35 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity373211:30 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
11:41 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity193311:42 AM Brussels National Airport
0h17
11:59 AM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
EuroCity922411:54 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
12:05 PM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect
Intercity223311:57 AM Brussels National Airport
0h11
12:08 PM Brussels-North0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Brussels Airport to Brussels-North trains with Omio?

Intercity as well as EuroCity or SNCB offer trains services from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Intercity tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Intercity?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of EuroCity or SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North

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Trains from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North run on average 23 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.

There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 10m.

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 $5 (€4)
Distance
6 miles (10 km)
Average train duration
12m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Trains per day
23
Direct trains
23
Fastest train
10m
First train
6:13 AM
Last train
7:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
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 $5 (€4)

Train companies: Intercity, EuroCity, Regional from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North trainsIntercity, EuroCity, Regional trains will get you between Brussels Airport and Brussels-North from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term "InterCity" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, "Intercity" or "IC" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
10m
Cheapest Intercity Price
$12 (€10)
Intercity frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Intercity

EuroCity

About
EuroCity (EC) is an international train category and brand for inter-city trains that cross international borders within Europe. These trains are a collaboration between various European rail companies, including Deutsche Bahn (Germany), Trenitalia (Italy), SBB (Switzerland), and ÖBB (Austria). EuroCity trains connect major cities across Europe, offering both first and second-class coaches. They are known for meeting specific criteria for comfort, speed, cleanliness, and onboard food service, including air-conditioned cars and dining facilities. EuroCity services aim to provide convenient and comfortable cross-border travel, with stops typically lasting no more than 5 to 15 minutes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average EuroCity Duration
11m
Cheapest EuroCity Price
$12 (€10)
EuroCity frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car or bistro service available on most routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended, available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Regional

About
The term "Regional" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, "Regionalbahn" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regional Duration
38m
Cheapest Regional Price
$14 (€12)
Regional frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

FAQs: Trains from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North 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 Brussels-North, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $14 (€11).
The train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North takes 10m and runs 23 per day.
The first train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North leaves at 6:13 AM.
The distance by train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North is 6 miles (10 km).
The last train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North leaves at 6:13 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North.
Yes, there is a direct train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North. This service operates 23 times per day, provided by Intercity, EuroCity, SNCB.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North.
The cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
The train journey from Brussels Airport to Brussels-Nord is mostly suburban and urban, offering views of residential areas and industrial zones, rather than scenic landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Brussels Airport to Brussels-Nord is feasible. The journey takes 10m, covers 6 miles (10 km), and trains run 12 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North.
Since both Brussels Airport and Brussels-North are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Brussels-North include Bruges, Ghent, Cologne, Antwerp, Rotterdam.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels Airport to Brussels-North among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Belgium uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find card payments widely accepted in cities, restaurants, and shops, though carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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