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Stedelijk Museum Vilvoorde
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Vilvoorde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Vilvoorde will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 5 trains from Brussels to Vilvoorde, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 27 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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Trains from Brussels to Vilvoorde run on average 40 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 10m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Brussels to Vilvoorde.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Vilvoorde trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3105 | 6:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h15 | 6:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1755 | 6:04 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h23 | 6:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3105 | 6:08 AM Brussels-North | 0h08 | 6:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1755 | 6:09 AM Brussels-Central | 0h18 | 6:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1755 | 6:16 AM Brussels-North | 0h11 | 6:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1955 | 6:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h21 | 6:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1955 | 6:42 AM Brussels-Central | 0h17 | 6:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1955 | 6:49 AM Brussels-North | 0h10 | 6:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3106 | 6:59 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h19 | 7:18 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1756 | 7:03 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h24 | 7:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3106 | 7:04 AM Brussels-Central | 0h14 | 7:18 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1756 | 7:08 AM Brussels-Central | 0h19 | 7:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3106 | 7:10 AM Brussels-North | 0h08 | 7:18 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1756 | 7:16 AM Brussels-North | 0h11 | 7:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1956 | 7:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h21 | 7:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1956 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Central | 0h17 | 7:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1956 | 7:49 AM Brussels-North | 0h10 | 7:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3107 | 7:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h20 | 8:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3107 | 8:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h15 | 8:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1757 | 8:04 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h23 | 8:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3107 | 8:08 AM Brussels-North | 0h08 | 8:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1757 | 8:09 AM Brussels-Central | 0h18 | 8:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1757 | 8:16 AM Brussels-North | 0h11 | 8:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1957 | 8:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h21 | 8:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1957 | 8:42 AM Brussels-Central | 0h17 | 8:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1957 | 8:49 AM Brussels-North | 0h10 | 8:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3108 | 8:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h20 | 9:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3108 | 9:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h15 | 9:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1758 | 9:04 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h24 | 9:28 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3108 | 9:08 AM Brussels-North | 0h08 | 9:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1758 | 9:09 AM Brussels-Central | 0h19 | 9:28 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1758 | 9:17 AM Brussels-North | 0h11 | 9:28 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1958 | 9:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h21 | 9:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1958 | 9:42 AM Brussels-Central | 0h17 | 9:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1958 | 9:49 AM Brussels-North | 0h10 | 9:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3109 | 9:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h20 | 10:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3109 | 10:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h15 | 10:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1759 | 10:04 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h24 | 10:28 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3109 | 10:08 AM Brussels-North | 0h08 | 10:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1759 | 10:09 AM Brussels-Central | 0h19 | 10:28 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1759 | 10:17 AM Brussels-North | 0h11 | 10:28 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1959 | 10:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h21 | 10:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1959 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Central | 0h17 | 10:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1959 | 10:49 AM Brussels-North | 0h10 | 10:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3110 | 10:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h20 | 11:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3110 | 11:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h15 | 11:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1760 | 11:04 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h23 | 11:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3110 | 11:08 AM Brussels-North | 0h08 | 11:16 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1760 | 11:09 AM Brussels-Central | 0h18 | 11:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1760 | 11:16 AM Brussels-North | 0h11 | 11:27 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1960 | 11:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h21 | 11:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1960 | 11:42 AM Brussels-Central | 0h17 | 11:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1960 | 11:49 AM Brussels-North | 0h10 | 11:59 AM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3111 | 11:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0h20 | 12:16 PM Vilvoorde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brussels to Vilvoorde with Regional and Intercity. Regional trains available on this route with Regional. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Discover the best of Vilvoorde — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vilvoorde trip today.
Municipal museum presenting Vilvoorde’s local history, urban development, and everyday life through heritage collections.
An exhibition venue in Asiat Park that hosts contemporary art and cultural programming in a reused military setting.
Creative venue with exhibitions and events, popular for discovering local and emerging art in Vilvoorde.
A large former military site turned creative district, popular for walks, events, street culture, and adaptive reuse.
Vilvoorde’s central square, lively and historic, with heritage buildings and easy access to the main church.
A canal-side walking area that reveals Vilvoorde’s industrial scenery, bridges, and changing urban landscape.
A rich Flemish beef and onion stew slowly braised in dark Belgian beer. A beloved comfort dish across Flanders, often served with fries.
Crisp Belgian fries, traditionally double-fried for a fluffy center and crunchy exterior. A national staple commonly eaten with sauces.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onion, and herbs. A classic Belgian favorite, especially popular with fries in brasseries.
Elegant fine dining known for refined French-Belgian cuisine and polished service in a formal setting.
Well-known brasserie serving Belgian classics, grills, and seasonal dishes in a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Casual local restaurant appreciated for hearty Belgian meals, generous portions, and an easygoing neighborhood feel.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller EU cities, but transit is reasonable and Vilvoorde is often cheaper than central Brussels.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Vilvoorde Station -> Grote Markt, Vilvoorde
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Vilvoorde.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Vilvoorde 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 Vilvoorde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Vilvoorde trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Vilvoorde station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Vilvoorde 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.
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.
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.
Vilvoorde 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: Restaurant De Kuiper, Bistro Vilvoorde
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vilvoorde. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vilvoorde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vilvoorde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vilvoorde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilvoorde: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel The Lodge Vilvoorde, Campanile Hotel Brussels Vilvoorde, Eurovolleycenter Hotel.
Check train stations information for Brussels and Vilvoorde, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.