- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaventem to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaventem to Amsterdam will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
It's difficult to get from Zaventem to Amsterdam without transferring at least once.
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9315Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $189.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$51 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $524 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zaventem to Amsterdam:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Amsterdam costing on average $51 (€42).
A bus is $501 (€411) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zaventem to Amsterdam costing on average $524 (€430).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 25m.
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $45 (€37) 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 NS International | IC Brussel.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Zaventem to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3679+ 9531 | 8:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h48 | 10:55 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
3679+ 9309+ 1837 | 8:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h38 | 10:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
3679+ 9309 | 8:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h43 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9219+ 3537 | 8:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h42 | 10:53 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9219+ 1837 | 8:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h34 | 10:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
3779+ 9223+ 3541 | 8:36 AM Zaventem station | 3h17 | 11:53 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2629+ 9309 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h09 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2629+ 9531 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h14 | 10:55 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2629+ 9309+ 1837 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h04 | 10:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
3680+ 9415+ 1841 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h38 | 11:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
3680+ 9315+ 1841 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h38 | 11:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
3680+ 9535 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h48 | 11:55 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
3680+ 9415 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h43 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3680+ 9315 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h43 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9223+ 3541 | 9:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h42 | 11:53 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9223+ 1841 | 9:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h34 | 11:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
3780+ 9227+ 1845 | 9:36 AM Zaventem station | 3h09 | 12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
3780+ 9227+ 3545 | 9:36 AM Zaventem station | 3h17 | 12:53 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2630+ 9535 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h14 | 11:55 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9415 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h09 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9315 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h09 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 1841+ 9415 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h04 | 11:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2630+ 9315+ 1841 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h04 | 11:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
3681+ 9539 | 10:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h48 | 12:55 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9227+ 1845 | 10:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h34 | 12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9227+ 3545 | 10:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h42 | 12:53 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9227+ 2334 | 10:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 3h14 | 1:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3781+ 9231+ 3549 | 10:36 AM Zaventem station | 3h17 | 1:53 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
3781+ 9231+ 1849 | 10:36 AM Zaventem station | 3h09 | 1:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2631+ 9539 | 10:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h14 | 12:55 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
3682+ 9543 | 11:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h48 | 1:55 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9231+ 3549 | 11:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h42 | 1:53 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9231+ 1849 | 11:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h34 | 1:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
3782+ 9235+ 3553 | 11:36 AM Zaventem station | 3h17 | 2:53 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2632+ 9543 | 11:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 2h14 | 1:55 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
1933+ 9329 | 11:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h32 | 2:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1933+ 9329+ 1851 | 11:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h27 | 2:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
1933 · 3111+ 9329 | 11:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h32 | 2:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1933 · 3111+ 1851+ 9329 | 11:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h27 | 2:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Zaventem to Amsterdam run on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Leading museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, with the largest collection of his paintings, drawings, and personal letters.
Poignant museum in the secret annex where Anne Frank hid. Essential for understanding the Holocaust through a personal story.
Amsterdam’s central square, surrounded by major monuments and historic buildings. A natural starting point for first-time visitors.
Elegant canal district lined with 17th-century merchant houses, bridges, and waterside views. Ideal for scenic walks and photos.
Amsterdam’s largest urban park, great for strolling, picnics, and open-air culture. A favorite retreat for locals and visitors.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb coating. A classic Dutch bar snack and street food often eaten with mustard.
Raw herring, usually served with onions and pickles. A famous Dutch seafood tradition, especially popular from street fish stalls.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savory. They are a long-standing everyday favorite in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant offering inventive Dutch tasting menus in an intimate fine-dining space.
Historic canal-side cafe known for Dutch classics, beers, and genever in a traditional brown-cafe setting.
Popular pancake house serving classic Dutch pannenkoeken and poffertjes in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European cities, with high hotel rates, mid-range dining, and paid transit, though budget eats and supermarket meals can help control daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips at cafes are appreciated but not expected.
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