The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Central to Antwerp
Cheapest price on Sep 29
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 29
€9
Fastest journey on Sep 29
36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
36 m
Trains on Sep 29
88
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Central to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels-Central to Antwerp will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 88 trains from Brussels-Central to Antwerp, including 64 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
311011:01 AM0h46Brussels-Central11:47 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
20089:55 AM0h36Brussels-Central10:31 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
200910:55 AM0h36Brussels-Central11:31 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
923110:49 AM0h47Brussels-Central11:36 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
31078:01 AM0h46Brussels-Central8:47 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
20089:55 AM0h36Brussels-Central10:31 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
200910:55 AM0h36Brussels-Central11:31 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
451011:25 AM0h36Brussels-Central12:01 PMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
450910:25 AM0h36Brussels-Central11:01 AMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
201011:55 AM0h36Brussels-Central12:31 PMAntwerp-Berchem€91One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Brussels-Central to Antwerp train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Central to Antwerp trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3107 | 8:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 8:47 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3107 | 8:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 8:53 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3107 · 3008 | 8:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 8:58 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4507 | 8:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h37 | 9:02 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4507 · 1830 | 8:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 9:16 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4507 | 8:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h42 | 9:07 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9223 | 8:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h53 | 9:42 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9223 | 8:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h47 | 9:36 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2007 | 8:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 9:36 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2007+ 2380 | 8:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 9:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2007 | 8:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 9:31 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3108 | 9:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 9:53 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3108 · 3009 | 9:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 9:58 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3108 | 9:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 9:47 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4508 | 9:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h37 | 10:02 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4508 · 1831 | 9:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 10:16 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4508 | 9:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h42 | 10:07 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9227 | 9:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h47 | 10:36 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
9227 | 9:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h53 | 10:42 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2008 | 9:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 10:31 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2008 | 9:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 10:36 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2008+ 2381 | 9:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 10:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3109 | 10:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 10:47 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3109 | 10:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 10:53 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3109 · 3010 | 10:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 10:58 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4509 | 10:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 11:01 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4509 | 10:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 11:06 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
4509 · 1832 | 10:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 11:16 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9231 | 10:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h53 | 11:42 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9231 | 10:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h47 | 11:36 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2009 | 10:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 11:31 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2009+ 2382 | 10:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 11:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2009 | 10:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 11:36 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3110 | 11:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 11:47 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3110 · 3011 | 11:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 11:58 AM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3110 | 11:01 AM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 11:53 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
4510 | 11:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 12:01 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4510 | 11:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 12:06 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
4510 · 1833 | 11:25 AM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 12:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
9235 | 11:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h47 | 12:36 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
9235 | 11:49 AM Brussels-Central | 0h53 | 12:42 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2010 | 11:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 12:36 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2010+ 2383 | 11:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 12:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2010 | 11:55 AM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 12:31 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3111 | 12:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 12:47 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3111 · 3012 | 12:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 12:58 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3111 | 12:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 12:53 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
4511 · 1834 | 12:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 1:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4511 | 12:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 1:01 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4511 | 12:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 1:06 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9239 | 12:49 PM Brussels-Central | 0h53 | 1:42 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9239 | 12:49 PM Brussels-Central | 0h47 | 1:36 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2011 | 12:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 1:36 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2011 | 12:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 1:31 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2011+ 2384 | 12:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 1:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3112 | 1:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 1:47 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3112 | 1:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 1:53 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3112 · 3013 | 1:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 1:58 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4512 · 1835 | 1:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 2:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4512 | 1:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 2:01 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4512 | 1:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 2:06 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9243 | 1:49 PM Brussels-Central | 0h53 | 2:42 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9243 | 1:49 PM Brussels-Central | 0h47 | 2:36 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2012+ 2385 | 1:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 2:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2012 | 1:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 2:36 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2012 | 1:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 2:31 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3113 · 3014 | 2:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 2:58 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
3113 | 2:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 2:53 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3113 | 2:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 2:47 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4513 · 1836 | 2:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 3:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4513 | 2:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 3:06 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
4513 | 2:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 3:01 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
9247 | 2:49 PM Brussels-Central | 0h47 | 3:36 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
9247 | 2:49 PM Brussels-Central | 0h53 | 3:42 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2013+ 2386 | 2:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 3:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2013 | 2:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 3:36 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2013 | 2:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 3:31 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3114 | 3:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h46 | 3:47 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
3114 | 3:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h52 | 3:53 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3114 · 3015 | 3:01 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 3:58 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4514 · 1837 | 3:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h51 | 4:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
4514 | 3:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 4:01 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
4514 | 3:25 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 4:06 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9251 | 3:48 PM Brussels-Central | 0h54 | 4:42 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9251 | 3:48 PM Brussels-Central | 0h48 | 4:36 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2014 | 3:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h36 | 4:31 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
2014+ 2387 | 3:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h57 | 4:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 transfer | |
2014 | 3:55 PM Brussels-Central | 0h41 | 4:36 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels-Central to Antwerp
Trains from Brussels-Central to Antwerp run on average 42 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:49, the last at 10:25. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 36m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 6:49 AM |
Last train 10:25 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Brussels-Central to Antwerp
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Central to Antwerp by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brussels-Central to Antwerp
Most Brussels-Central to Antwerp trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Antwerpen Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Antwerpen-Berchem. Use this guide to compare Brussels-Central and Antwerp train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Getting to Antwerpen Centraal from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal train station facilities and services
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Getting to Antwerpen-Berchem from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Berchem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Getting to Antwerpen-Zuid from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Zuid is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Zuid train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zuidcafé, Restaurant Het Gerecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid, Hotel Rubenshof, Hotel Pilar.
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