✈ How to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels

Brussels is the historical capital of the Brussels-Capital Region and Belgium. This stunning city is filled with historical monuments, museums and incredible architecture. Be sure to stroll around the Grand Palace central square, home to the opulent Baroque Guildhall Town Hall and the neo-Gothic King’s House.

There are two different transfer options when it comes to travelling from Antwerp Airport to Brussels; taxi or public transport. The airport taxis are the quickest option, with a journey time of just 50 minutes and a cost of around €170. The public transport option, on the other hand, will take around 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach Brussels, as you will need to take both the bus and train. The total journey cost using public transport will be €10.90 per person.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€170	50min	24/7
Train	€21.80	80min	05:07–23:30

How to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels by taxi

A quick and direct way to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels is by taking a taxi. The local airport taxis cost an average of €170 and take around 50 minutes to reach the city centre of Brussels.

How much is a taxi from Antwerp Airport to Brussels?

There are no fixed rates when it comes to taking a taxi from Antwerp Airport to Brussels. The average cost for this journey will be around €170, but the price will change depending on the number of passengers, the journey time and your exact destination in Brussels.

For a fixed fare you can rely on, we suggest pre-booking with Welcome Pickups instead.

Cost

€170

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Antwerp Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Antwerp Airport?

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Antwerp Airport. You will see the taxi rank as you exit the Arrivals Hall exit doors.

Convenience

If you’re looking for a direct, stress-free and quick way to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels, taking a taxi is the way to go. This door-to-door journey will take just 50 minutes and you won’t have to worry about navigating the complicated local bus and train networks.

Editor’s Note

As standard, you can bring up to 3 passengers in an Antwerp Airport taxi. This means that you can split the fare to save.

Useful Tips

You will need to bring cash in the local currency of Euros to pay for your taxi.

Luggage that can fit in the trunk of the car can be transported free of charge.

Tipping your taxi driver in Belgium isn't expected and service is included in your fare.

How to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels by train

There’s no direct public transport option from Antwerp Airport to Brussels. You will need to walk to the Deurne Luchthaven bus stop from the airport, then take the 53 bus towards Berchem stop. From here, you will walk to the Antwerpen-Berchem train station and take the train heading towards the Brussels-Centraal train station. The total journey time will be 1 hour and 20 minutes, not including potential wait times.

How much is the train from Antwerp Airport to Brussels?

The cost of a one-way ticket on the 53 bus is €2.50. The average cost for a ride on the train from Antwerp to Brussels is €8.40, making a total journey cost of €10.90 per person.

Cost

€10.90

Trip Duration

1 Hr 20 Min.

There's an average wait time of 20 minutes for the bus and train.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The 53 bus runs from 05:07 to 23:41 and the train is a available from 04:49 to 23:30.

Where do I find the train at Antwerp Airport?

There’s no train from Antwerp Airport to Brussels. you will first need to take the number 53 bus to the Antwerpen-Berchem train station, then take the train from there to Brussels-Centraal.

Convenience

If you’re travelling on a tight budget, it is possible to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels using public transport. However, the multiple changes and the need to walk between bus and train stations with your luggage make this option rather inconvenient and stressful.

Timetables

Brussels-Centraal Train

53 Bus

Editor’s Note

There are a few different buses that run from the Airport to Antwerp. The number 53 bus is the most frequent, but if you're arriving between buses, you may wish to take another line.

Useful Tips

You can purchase your train tickets online in advance to save time in the airport.

The train to Brussels usually leaves from Platform 9, but be sure to double-check this.

People over the age of 65 get a discounted ticket rate on the train.

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How do I get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels?

There are two ways to travel from Antwerp Airport to Brussels; a taxi or a combined public transport trip. Taking a local airport taxi will cost around €170 and take 50 minutes, while the bus and train combo will take closer to 1 hour and 20 minutes, but will cost just €10.90 per traveller.

How far is Antwerp Airport from Brussels?

The distance from Antwerp to Brussels is 55 km. Taking an airport taxi will take around 50 minutes to reach the historic city, while the public transport option will take closer to 1 hour and 20 minutes, as the journey isn’t direct.

What’s the taxi fare from Antwerp Airport to Brussels?

There’s no official taxi fare from Antwerp Airport to Brussels. You will be charged around €170 if you take a local cab from the airport’s taxi rank, but the exact cost will depend on your journey time and destination in Brussels. For a fixed fare you can count on, we suggest pre-booking your airport transfers with Welcome Pickups.

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How to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels by taxi

How much is a taxi from Antwerp Airport to Brussels?

Cost

€170

Trip Duration

50 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Antwerp Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Antwerp Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Antwerp Airport to Brussels by train

How much is the train from Antwerp Airport to Brussels?

Cost

€10.90

Trip Duration

1 Hr 20 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The 53 bus runs from 05:07 to 23:41 and the train is a available from 04:49 to 23:30.

Where do I find the train at Antwerp Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Brussels-Centraal Train

53 Bus

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

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How far is Antwerp Airport from Brussels?

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