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AfricaMuseum
Distinctive museum in Tervuren showcasing Central Africa collections, architecture, and landscaped park surroundings.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€71
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 20
51
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Zaventem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Zaventem will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Zaventem without transferring at least once.
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2616Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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€49 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Zaventem:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Zaventem costing on average €49.
Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 59m.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Zaventem trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9512+ 2607 | 6:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h37 | 8:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9512+ 3657 | 6:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h11 | 8:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 3657 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h56 | 8:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 2607 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h22 | 8:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 3657 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h56 | 8:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 2608 | 7:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h37 | 9:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 3658 | 7:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h11 | 9:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 3658 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 9:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9916+ 3658 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 9:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9916+ 2608 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h21 | 9:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 2608 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h21 | 9:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9916+ 3658 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 9:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 3658 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 9:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9520+ 2609 | 8:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h37 | 10:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9520+ 3659 | 8:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h11 | 10:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 2609 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h21 | 10:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 3659 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 10:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 3659 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 10:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9524+ 2610 | 9:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h37 | 11:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9524+ 3660 | 9:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h11 | 11:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 2610 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h21 | 11:19 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 3660 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 11:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 3660 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 11:53 AM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9528+ 2611 | 10:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h37 | 12:19 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9528+ 3661 | 10:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h11 | 12:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 2611 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h21 | 12:19 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9434+ 2611 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h21 | 12:19 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9434+ 3661 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 12:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 3661 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 12:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9434+ 3661 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 12:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 3661 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 12:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9532+ 2612 | 11:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h37 | 1:19 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
9532+ 3662 | 11:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h11 | 1:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9346+ 3663 | 12:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 2:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9352+ 3664 | 1:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 3:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9358+ 3665 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 4:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9458+ 3665 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 4:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9376+ 3668 | 5:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h55 | 7:53 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9482+ 3770 | 6:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 9:25 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
9382+ 3770 | 6:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h27 | 9:25 PM Zaventem station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rotterdam to Zaventem run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Zaventem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zaventem trip today.
Distinctive museum in Tervuren showcasing Central Africa collections, architecture, and landscaped park surroundings.
Leading old masters museum in Brussels, featuring Bruegel, Rubens, and Flemish painting highlights.
Major aviation museum at nearby Brussels Airport with preserved aircraft and exhibits on Belgian civil and military flying history.
Large public park and arboretum in nearby Tervuren, perfect for scenic walks, cycling, and classic landscape views.
Central square of Zaventem with shops, events, and an easy base for seeing the town’s everyday character.
Popular urban park with sports areas, paths, and open lawns, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the center.
Crisp twice-fried potato fries, a Belgian staple often served with mayonnaise. They are iconic street food eaten across Flanders and Brussels.
Mussels cooked with white wine, celery, onion, and herbs, usually served with fries. A classic Belgian brasserie dish popular nationwide.
A hearty Flemish beef stew simmered with dark Belgian beer and onions. It is a beloved comfort dish with rich regional beer flavor.
Casual local brasserie serving Belgian comfort food and grills in an approachable neighborhood setting close to central Zaventem.
Refined fine dining near Brussels Airport, known for elegant French-Belgian cooking and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Well-known airport dining spot with Belgian beers, brasserie classics, and a relaxed atmosphere suited to travelers and locals.
Moderate for Belgium: stays and dining cost more than smaller towns, but transit is efficient and everyday meals remain manageable for most travelers.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Zaventem -> Brussels-North Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Zaventem 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 Zaventem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Zaventem trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventem station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Zaventem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal 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: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander 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 Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
Rotterdam Zuid is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Zuid 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 Hef, Restaurant Fenix Food Factory
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Zuid.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid, Art Hotel Rotterdam, Hotel New York.
Zaventem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Belair, Black Pearls
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zaventem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zaventem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zaventem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zaventem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zaventem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel, Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport, NH Brussels Airport.
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