The cheapest and fastest buses from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
39 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 13 buses that leave Antwerp-Central for Brussels-Central on Wed, Feb 04, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 41 km
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central bus times
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:20 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0h50 | 11:10 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0h45 | 11:25 AM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 1h10 | 11:50 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 1h05 | 12:00 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0h45 | 3:05 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1h30 | 6:10 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0h50 | 5:40 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:59 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1h16 | 12:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1h00 | 5:10 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1h00 | 7:50 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0h45 | 8:55 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central
Buses from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central run on average 20 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 21:59. The fastest bus covers the 41 km distance in 40m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 21:59 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-CentralYou can travel by bus between Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp-Central to Brussels-Central by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels-Central, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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