The average train between Brussels and Flanders takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 49 min. There is a train service every few hours from Brussels to Flanders. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Brussels and Flanders. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Flanders at 11:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
1h 4m • 1 change
1h 10m • 1 change
50 min • 1 change
1h 4m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Flanders. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Flanders station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.
Brussels to Flanders train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Flanders train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.
The distance between Brussels and Flanders is 19.7 km. The road distance is 45 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €10–17 and the journey takes 33 min.
