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Compare bus and train for Maastricht to Zaventem
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč 284 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč 284, while a train costs an average of Kč 796.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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Kč 796 Average price | Kč 284 Average price Cheapest | Kč 527 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Maastricht to Zaventem
Compare the available ways to get from Maastricht to Zaventem, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Maastricht to Zaventem:
A bus is Kč 513 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Zaventem costing on average Kč 796.
Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 42m.
Tickets start at around Kč 796 compared to roughly Kč 527 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -Kč 269. The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 15m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Maastricht to Zaventem
How to get from Maastricht to Zaventem by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Maastricht to Zaventem is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus10:55 AM 1h45 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) 12:40 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) Kč 182 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FlixBus10:55 AM 1h45 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) 12:40 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) Kč 182 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus10:55 AM 1h45 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) 12:40 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) Kč 182 1 One-way 0 transfers
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368411:16 AM 1h48 Maastricht station 1:04 PM Zaventem station Kč 630 1 One-way 2 transfers
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368310:16 AM 1h48 Maastricht station 12:04 PM Zaventem station Kč 630 1 One-way 2 transfers
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5329:16 AM 1h48 Maastricht station 11:04 AM Zaventem station Kč 630 1 One-way 2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Maastricht to Zaventem:
A bus is Kč 513 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Zaventem costing on average Kč 796.
Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 42m.
- Around 11 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Maastricht and Zaventem as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Maastricht station and arrive in Brussels National Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) and arrive in Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16).
- Travel with Intercity, Regional-Express, Deutsche Bahn, EuroCity, SNCB | BUS, CFL, Eurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Regional to go to Zaventem by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Zaventem by bus.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
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