What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Antwerp?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Antwerp is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Antwerp?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Antwerp is to train which takes 33 min and costs €6 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Antwerp?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brussels-North train station station and arriving at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Antwerp?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Anvers-Central. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Brussels to Antwerp?

The distance between Brussels and Antwerp is 44 km. The road distance is 45.1 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Antwerp without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Antwerp without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs €6 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Antwerp?

The train from Brussels-North to Anvers-Central takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Antwerp bus from?

Brussels to Antwerp bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Antwerp train from?

Brussels to Antwerp train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Antwerp?

The best way to get from Brussels to Antwerp is to train which takes 33 min and costs €6 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Brussels to Antwerp bus arrive?

Brussels to Antwerp bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Brussels to Antwerp train arrive?

Brussels to Antwerp train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Antwerp?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Antwerp is 45 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Brussels to Antwerp.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Antwerp?

Book your Brussels to Antwerp bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Antwerp?

There are 1102+ hotels available in Antwerp.

Can I share a ride from Brussels to Antwerp?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels and Antwerp. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brussels to Antwerp - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Antwerp by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
33 min
€6–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels to Antwerp46.5 km
54 min
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats817 / ...
1h 10m
€4–7
Drive 45.1 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Antwerp45.1 km
37 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brussels to Antwerp45.1 km
37 min
€110–140

Brussels to Antwerp by train

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Distance: 43.8 km
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Antwerp, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-Central every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 33 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats hourly. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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