The train between Brussels and Hofstade takes 23 min. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Hofstade. 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 every 3 hours between Brussels and Hofstade. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Hofstade at 10:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 23 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Hofstade. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Hofstade station via Vilvorde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23 min.
Brussels to Hofstade train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Hofstade train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Hofstade station.
Book your Brussels to Hofstade train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Brussels and Hofstade is 18.7 km. The road distance is 18 km.
You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Hofstade via Vilvorde in around 1h 5m.