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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Brussels Airport

Showing times and prices for Jan 18

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$14

Fastest journey

10 m

Average duration

10 m

Trains per day

162

Distance

11 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast trains

Of the 162 trains that leave Brussels for Brussels Airport on Sun, Jan 18, 162 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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

On Sun, Jan 18 the slowest trains will take 10 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 Intercity2811
01:18PM0h18
Brussels-Central
01:36PMBrussels National Airport
$141One-way
0 transfers
EuroCity9239
12:36PM0h13
Brussels-North
12:49PMBrussels National Airport
$141One-way
0 transfers
PKP Intercity2814
04:18PM0h18
Brussels-Central
04:36PMBrussels National Airport
$141One-way
0 transfers
PKP Intercity1908
10:05AM0h10
Brussels-North
10:15AMBrussels National Airport
$141One-way
0 transfers
PKP Intercity2807
09:25AM0h11
Brussels-North
09:36AMBrussels National Airport
$141One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brussels to Brussels Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Brussels Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €6.

Distance: 6 miles (11 km)

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€13

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Cheapest

€18

Average price

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

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Additional time*

59m

Average total duration

29m

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Live departures

Brussels to Brussels Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Brussels Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:15 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
intercity19067:05 AM Brussels-North
0h10
7:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37077:09 AM Brussels-Midi
0h22
7:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28067:13 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
7:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37077:14 AM Brussels-Central
0h17
7:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28067:18 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
7:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92237:19 AM Brussels-Midi
0h29
7:48 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37077:20 AM Brussels-North
0h11
7:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23057:23 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
7:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92237:24 AM Brussels-Central
0h24
7:48 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28067:25 AM Brussels-North
0h11
7:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23057:28 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
7:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23057:34 AM Brussels-North
0h13
7:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92237:36 AM Brussels-North
0h12
7:48 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22077:40 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
8:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22077:45 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
8:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19077:51 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
8:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22077:52 AM Brussels-North
0h11
8:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19077:56 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
8:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19078:05 AM Brussels-North
0h10
8:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37088:09 AM Brussels-Midi
0h22
8:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28078:13 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
8:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37088:14 AM Brussels-Central
0h17
8:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28078:18 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
8:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37088:20 AM Brussels-North
0h11
8:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23068:23 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
8:46 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28078:25 AM Brussels-North
0h11
8:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23068:28 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
8:46 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23068:33 AM Brussels-North
0h13
8:46 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92278:36 AM Brussels-North
0h13
8:49 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22088:40 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
9:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22088:45 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
9:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19088:51 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
9:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22088:52 AM Brussels-North
0h11
9:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19088:56 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
9:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19089:05 AM Brussels-North
0h10
9:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37099:09 AM Brussels-Midi
0h22
9:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28089:13 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
9:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37099:14 AM Brussels-Central
0h17
9:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28089:18 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
9:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37099:20 AM Brussels-North
0h11
9:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23079:23 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
9:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28089:25 AM Brussels-North
0h11
9:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23079:28 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
9:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23079:34 AM Brussels-North
0h13
9:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92319:36 AM Brussels-North
0h13
9:49 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22099:40 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
10:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22099:45 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
10:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19099:51 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
10:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22099:52 AM Brussels-North
0h11
10:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19099:56 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
10:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity190910:05 AM Brussels-North
0h10
10:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371010:09 AM Brussels-Midi
0h22
10:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity280910:13 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
10:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371010:14 AM Brussels-Central
0h17
10:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity280910:18 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
10:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371010:20 AM Brussels-North
0h11
10:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity230810:23 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
10:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity280910:25 AM Brussels-North
0h11
10:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity230810:28 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
10:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity230810:34 AM Brussels-North
0h13
10:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity923510:36 AM Brussels-North
0h13
10:49 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221010:40 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
11:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221010:45 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
11:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191010:51 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
11:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221010:52 AM Brussels-North
0h11
11:03 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191010:56 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
11:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191011:05 AM Brussels-North
0h10
11:15 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371111:09 AM Brussels-Midi
0h22
11:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity281011:13 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
11:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371111:14 AM Brussels-Central
0h17
11:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity281011:18 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
11:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371111:20 AM Brussels-North
0h11
11:31 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity230911:23 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
11:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity281011:25 AM Brussels-North
0h11
11:36 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity230911:28 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
11:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity230911:34 AM Brussels-North
0h13
11:47 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity923911:36 AM Brussels-North
0h13
11:49 AM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221111:40 AM Brussels-Midi
0h23
12:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221111:45 AM Brussels-Central
0h18
12:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191111:51 AM Brussels-Midi
0h24
12:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221111:52 AM Brussels-North
0h11
12:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191111:56 AM Brussels-Central
0h19
12:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191112:05 PM Brussels-North
0h10
12:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371212:09 PM Brussels-Midi
0h22
12:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity281112:13 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
12:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371212:14 PM Brussels-Central
0h17
12:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity281112:18 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
12:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity371212:20 PM Brussels-North
0h11
12:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity231012:23 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
12:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity281112:25 PM Brussels-North
0h11
12:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity231012:28 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
12:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity231012:34 PM Brussels-North
0h13
12:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity924312:36 PM Brussels-North
0h13
12:49 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221212:40 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
1:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221212:45 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
1:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191212:51 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
1:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity221212:52 PM Brussels-North
0h11
1:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity191212:56 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
1:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19121:05 PM Brussels-North
0h10
1:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37131:09 PM Brussels-Midi
0h22
1:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28121:13 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
1:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37131:14 PM Brussels-Central
0h17
1:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28121:18 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
1:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37131:20 PM Brussels-North
0h11
1:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23111:23 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
1:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28121:25 PM Brussels-North
0h11
1:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23111:28 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
1:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23111:34 PM Brussels-North
0h13
1:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92471:36 PM Brussels-North
0h13
1:49 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22131:40 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
2:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22131:45 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
2:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19131:51 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
2:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22131:52 PM Brussels-North
0h11
2:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19131:56 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
2:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19132:05 PM Brussels-North
0h10
2:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37142:09 PM Brussels-Midi
0h22
2:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28132:13 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
2:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37142:14 PM Brussels-Central
0h17
2:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28132:18 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
2:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37142:20 PM Brussels-North
0h11
2:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23122:23 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
2:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28132:25 PM Brussels-North
0h11
2:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23122:28 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
2:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23122:34 PM Brussels-North
0h13
2:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92512:36 PM Brussels-North
0h13
2:49 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22142:40 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
3:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22142:45 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
3:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19142:51 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
3:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22142:52 PM Brussels-North
0h11
3:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19142:56 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
3:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19143:05 PM Brussels-North
0h10
3:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37153:09 PM Brussels-Midi
0h22
3:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28143:13 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
3:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37153:14 PM Brussels-Central
0h17
3:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28143:18 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
3:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37153:20 PM Brussels-North
0h11
3:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23133:23 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
3:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28143:25 PM Brussels-North
0h11
3:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23133:28 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
3:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23133:34 PM Brussels-North
0h13
3:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92553:36 PM Brussels-North
0h13
3:49 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22153:40 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
4:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22153:45 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
4:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19153:51 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
4:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22153:52 PM Brussels-North
0h11
4:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19153:56 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
4:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19154:05 PM Brussels-North
0h10
4:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37164:09 PM Brussels-Midi
0h22
4:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28154:13 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
4:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37164:14 PM Brussels-Central
0h17
4:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28154:18 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
4:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity37164:20 PM Brussels-North
0h11
4:31 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23144:23 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
4:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity28154:25 PM Brussels-North
0h11
4:36 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23144:28 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
4:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity23144:34 PM Brussels-North
0h13
4:47 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
eurocity92594:36 PM Brussels-North
0h13
4:49 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22164:40 PM Brussels-Midi
0h23
5:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22164:45 PM Brussels-Central
0h18
5:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19164:51 PM Brussels-Midi
0h24
5:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity22164:52 PM Brussels-North
0h11
5:03 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect
intercity19164:56 PM Brussels-Central
0h19
5:15 PM Brussels National Airport0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels to Brussels Airport

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Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Brussels to Brussels Airport start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $16 (€13) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
  • On average there are 17 daily trains from Brussels to Brussels Airport with 17 direct service.
  • The fastest trains can take as little as 22m but the average duration is 24m
Train Operators
  • Travel from Brussels to Brussels Airport with PKP Intercity, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, and SNCB
  • The most booked train company for this route on Omio is PKP Intercity.
Stations & Schedule
  • First train typically departs at 03:44 AM and the last at 08:52 PM
Distance
6 miles (11 km)
Average train duration
24m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
17
Fastest train
22m
First train
03:44
Last train
20:52
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 $7 (€6)
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 $7 (€6)

Train companies: PKP Intercity, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Brussels to Brussels Airport trainsPKP Intercity, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Brussels and Brussels Airport from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

PKP 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 Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
PKP Intercity frequency
14 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

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 Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
EuroCity frequency
3 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

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
SNCB frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Trains from Brussels to Brussels Airport

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Brussels to Brussels Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $16 (€13).
The train from Brussels to Brussels Airport takes 22m and runs 17 per day.
The distance by train from Brussels to Brussels Airport is 6 miles (11 km).
The first train from Brussels to Brussels Airport leaves at 3:44 AM.
The last train from Brussels to Brussels Airport leaves at 8:52 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Brussels to Brussels Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train from Brussels to Brussels Airport. This service operates 17 times per day, provided by PKP Intercity, EuroCity, SNCB.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Brussels to Brussels Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Brussels Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
The train journey from Brussels to Brussels Airport is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas.
Yes, a day trip from Brussels to Brussels Airport is feasible. The journey takes 22m and covers 6 miles (11 km). Trains run 17 times per day, making it convenient.
Yes, you can take the train from Brussels to Brussels Airport.

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