How to travel from Zaventem to Tournai

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Compare train and bus for Zaventem to Tournai

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Tournai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. 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 CHF15, while a train costs an average of CHF21.

Distance: 50 miles (82 km)

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CHF21

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CHF15

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Cheapest

CHF17

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2h 5m

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1h 35m

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2h 49m

Average total duration

2h 19m

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1h 18m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Tournai is a bus with an average price of CHF15.

This is compared to other travel options from Zaventem to Tournai:

A bus is CHF6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Tournai costing on average CHF21.

The fastest way to travel from Zaventem to Tournai is by train with an average journey time of 2h 5m.

Other travel options to Tournai take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zaventem and Tournai including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Zaventem to Tournai among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around CHF15 compared to roughly CHF17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF2. The journey takes 2h 19m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Zaventem to Tournai

How to get from Zaventem to Tournai by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Zaventem to Tournai is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    1:10 AM2h10
    Zaventem
    3:20 AMTournai
    CHF91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    1:10 AM2h10
    Zaventem
    3:20 AMTournai
    CHF91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    1:10 AM2h10
    Zaventem
    3:20 AMTournai
    CHF91One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:45 AM2h20
    Zaventem
    11:05 AMTournai
    CHF131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zaventem to Tournai

Travel to Tournai easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zaventem to Tournai.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zaventem and Tournai including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Tournai is a bus with an average price of CHF15.

This is compared to other travel options from Zaventem to Tournai:

A bus is CHF6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Tournai costing on average CHF21.

The fastest way to travel from Zaventem to Tournai is by train with an average journey time of 2h 5m.

Other travel options to Tournai take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 49m.

The distance from Zaventem to Tournai is approximately 50 miles (82 km).
The average frequency per day from Zaventem to Tournai is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zaventem and Tournai as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zaventem to Tournai:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels National Airport and arrive in Tournai station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zaventem to Tournai, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Tournai by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Regional, SNCB to go to Tournai by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zaventem to Tournai with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 8 direct trains per day with SNCB.
Omio customers who travel from Zaventem to Tournai often also extend their vacation to go to Lille, Brussels, Paris, Charleroi, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tournai and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tournai to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Tournai are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Belfry, and the Museum of Fine Arts, while enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.

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