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EMABB - Museum van de Boomse Baksteen
Flagship museum of the Rupel brick industry in a preserved factory, with kilns, machinery, and strong insight into Boom's industrial past.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$8
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$8
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 20
56
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Boom is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Boom will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Boom without transferring at least once.
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2583Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Boom among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$11 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.43 (€-3.62). The journey takes 59m versus 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Boom trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3107+ 2579 | 8:04 AM Brussels-Central | 1h39 | 9:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3107+ 2579 | 8:10 AM Brussels-North | 1h33 | 9:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3307+ 2759 · 2560+ 70275 | 8:27 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h47 | 10:14 AM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3307+ 2759 · 2560+ 70275 | 8:32 AM Brussels-Central | 1h42 | 10:14 AM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3307+ 2759 · 2560+ 70275 | 8:40 AM Brussels-North | 1h34 | 10:14 AM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3108+ 2580 | 8:59 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h44 | 10:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3108+ 2580 | 9:04 AM Brussels-Central | 1h39 | 10:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3108+ 2580 | 9:10 AM Brussels-North | 1h33 | 10:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3308+ 2760 · 2561+ 70276 | 9:27 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h47 | 11:14 AM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3308+ 2760 · 2561+ 70276 | 9:32 AM Brussels-Central | 1h42 | 11:14 AM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3308+ 2760 · 2561+ 70276 | 9:40 AM Brussels-North | 1h34 | 11:14 AM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3109+ 2581 | 9:59 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h44 | 11:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3109+ 2581 | 10:04 AM Brussels-Central | 1h39 | 11:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3109+ 2581 | 10:10 AM Brussels-North | 1h33 | 11:43 AM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3309+ 2761 · 2562+ 70276 | 10:27 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h47 | 12:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3309+ 2761 · 2562+ 70276 | 10:32 AM Brussels-Central | 1h42 | 12:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3309+ 2761 · 2562+ 70276 | 10:40 AM Brussels-North | 1h34 | 12:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3110+ 2582 | 10:59 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h44 | 12:43 PM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3110+ 2582 | 11:04 AM Brussels-Central | 1h39 | 12:43 PM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3110+ 2582 | 11:10 AM Brussels-North | 1h33 | 12:43 PM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3310+ 2762 · 2563+ 70276 | 11:27 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h47 | 1:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3310+ 2762 · 2563+ 70276 | 11:32 AM Brussels-Central | 1h42 | 1:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3310+ 2762 · 2563+ 70276 | 11:40 AM Brussels-North | 1h34 | 1:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3111+ 2583 | 11:59 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h44 | 1:43 PM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3111+ 2583 | 12:04 PM Brussels-Central | 1h39 | 1:43 PM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3111+ 2583 | 12:10 PM Brussels-North | 1h33 | 1:43 PM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
3311+ 2763 · 2564+ 70276 | 12:27 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h47 | 2:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3311+ 2763 · 2564+ 70276 | 12:32 PM Brussels-Central | 1h42 | 2:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3311+ 2763 · 2564+ 70276 | 12:40 PM Brussels-North | 1h34 | 2:14 PM Boom station | 3 transfers | |
3112+ 2584 | 12:59 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h44 | 2:43 PM Boom station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brussels to Boom run on average 39 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 41m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 39 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Boom — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Boom trip today.
Flagship museum of the Rupel brick industry in a preserved factory, with kilns, machinery, and strong insight into Boom's industrial past.
Open-air heritage site with brickworks, workers' stories, and industrial landscapes that explain why the Rupel region shaped Boom.
Museum and archive in Hemiksem presenting local history, archaeology, and abbey heritage from the Rupel area close to Boom.
Waterside recreation area with lakes, walking paths, and seasonal beach atmosphere; one of Boom's best-known outdoor places.
Distinctive brickmaking quarter with old kilns, workshops, and lanes, offering Boom's most atmospheric industrial heritage walk.
Central square and civic heart of Boom, lined with public buildings and often used for markets, events, and everyday local life.
Open-faced bread with soft cheese, radishes and chives. A simple Flemish staple often eaten in cafés and homes across Antwerp Province.
Slow-cooked Belgian beef stew made with dark beer, onions and mustard. It is a classic comfort dish found in traditional brasseries.
Creamy mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks or spinach, often served with sausage. A beloved hearty Flemish home dish.
Stylish fine dining in Boom with refined Belgian and French-inspired cooking in an elegant, established setting.
Well-known brasserie in Boom serving Belgian classics, seasonal dishes and beers in a relaxed, dependable atmosphere.
Casual local spot for Belgian favorites and comfort food, suited to an easy meal with family or friends.
Moderate for Belgium: dining and hotels cost more than budget EU spots, but transit is reasonable and Boom is often cheaper than central Antwerp or Brussels.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Boom 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 Boom, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Boom trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Boom station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Boom train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: 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.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Boom has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Schorre, Bistro 't Geleeg
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Boom. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Boom. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Boom: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Boom: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boom: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Boom, Hotel Domus, Hotel Essenza.
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