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AfricaMuseum
Modern museum in nearby Tervuren with Central Africa collections, noted architecture, and broad historical and cultural displays within easy reach of Zaventem.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
29 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
30 m
Trains on 15 Sept
34
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Zaventem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Zaventem will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 34 trains from Antwerp to Zaventem, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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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9212Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 38 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Zaventem:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Zaventem costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:
Coach takes on average 45m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.53. The journey takes 45m versus 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Zaventem trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2038+ 3766 | 16:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 17:26 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2616 | 16:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 17:19 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4538+ 3666 | 16:54 Antwerp-Central | 1h01 | 17:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4538 · 2314 | 16:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h53 | 17:47 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
4538+ 3666 | 16:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 17:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3138 · 1916 | 17:05 Antwerp-Central | 1h13 | 18:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3138 · 1916 | 17:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 18:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
9248 | 17:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 17:49 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2039+ 3767 | 17:25 Antwerp-Central | 1h00 | 18:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2039+ 3767 | 17:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h55 | 18:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2617 | 17:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 18:19 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4539+ 3667 | 17:54 Antwerp-Central | 1h01 | 18:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4539 · 2315 | 17:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h53 | 18:47 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
4539+ 3667 | 17:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 18:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3139 · 1917 | 18:05 Antwerp-Central | 1h13 | 19:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3139 · 1917 | 18:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 19:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
9252 | 18:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 18:49 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2040+ 3768 | 18:25 Antwerp-Central | 1h00 | 19:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2040+ 3768 | 18:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h55 | 19:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2618 | 18:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 19:19 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4540+ 3668 | 18:54 Antwerp-Central | 1h01 | 19:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4540+ 3668 | 18:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 19:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3140 · 1918 | 19:05 Antwerp-Central | 1h13 | 20:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3140 · 1918 | 19:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 20:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
9256 | 19:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 19:49 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2041+ 3391 · 3269 | 19:25 Antwerp-Central | 1h24 | 20:49 Zaventem station | 2 changes | |
2041+ 3391 · 3269 | 19:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h19 | 20:49 Zaventem station | 2 changes | |
2619 | 19:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 20:19 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4541+ 3669 | 19:54 Antwerp-Central | 1h01 | 20:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4541 · 2317 | 19:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h53 | 20:47 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
4541+ 3669 | 19:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 20:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3141 · 1919 | 20:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 21:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2042+ 3392 · 3270 | 20:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h19 | 21:49 Zaventem station | 2 changes | |
4542+ 3670 | 20:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 21:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3142 · 1920 | 21:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 22:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4543+ 3671 | 21:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 22:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3143 · 1921 | 22:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 23:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4544+ 3672 | 22:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 23:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
3129 · 1907 | 8:05 Antwerp-Central | 1h13 | 9:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3129 · 1907 | 8:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 9:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
9212 | 8:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 8:49 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2030+ 3758 | 8:25 Antwerp-Central | 1h00 | 9:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2030+ 3758 | 8:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h55 | 9:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2608 | 8:51 Antwerp-Central | 0h29 | 9:20 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4530+ 3658 | 8:56 Antwerp-Central | 0h59 | 9:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4530+ 3658 | 9:01 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h54 | 9:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3130 · 1908 | 9:05 Antwerp-Central | 1h13 | 10:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3130 · 1908 | 9:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 10:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
9216 | 9:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 9:49 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2031+ 3759 | 9:25 Antwerp-Central | 1h00 | 10:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2031+ 3759 | 9:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h55 | 10:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2609 | 9:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 10:19 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4531 · 2307 | 9:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h53 | 10:47 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
4531+ 3659 | 9:54 Antwerp-Central | 1h01 | 10:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4531+ 3659 | 9:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 10:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3131 · 1909 | 10:05 Antwerp-Central | 1h13 | 11:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3131 · 1909 | 10:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 11:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
9220 | 10:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 10:49 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2032+ 3760 | 10:25 Antwerp-Central | 1h00 | 11:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2032+ 3760 | 10:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h55 | 11:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2610 | 10:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 11:19 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4532+ 3660 | 10:54 Antwerp-Central | 1h01 | 11:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4532+ 3660 | 10:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 11:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3132 · 1910 | 11:05 Antwerp-Central | 1h13 | 12:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
3132 · 1910 | 11:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 1h07 | 12:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
9224 | 11:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 11:49 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2033+ 3761 | 11:25 Antwerp-Central | 1h00 | 12:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2033+ 3761 | 11:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h55 | 12:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2611 | 11:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h30 | 12:19 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
4533 · 2309 | 11:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h53 | 12:47 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
4533+ 3661 | 11:54 Antwerp-Central | 1h01 | 12:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
4533+ 3661 | 11:59 Antwerp-Berchem | 0h56 | 12:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Antwerp to Zaventem run on average 32 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 59m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Discover the best of Zaventem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zaventem trip today.
Modern museum in nearby Tervuren with Central Africa collections, noted architecture, and broad historical and cultural displays within easy reach of Zaventem.
Museum on military aviation and air history at nearby Brussels Airport sites, appealing to aircraft enthusiasts and visitors interested in Belgian aviation heritage.
Museum in nearby Diegem dedicated to René Magritte, offering insight into the artist’s life and links to the local area in an intimate setting.
Main airport terminal area with public spaces, shops, and a busy international atmosphere, useful for plane spotting and observing airport life.
Large urban park and woodland near Zaventem, popular for walks, jogging, and a relaxed break in green surroundings close to the city edge.
Historic avenue through the Sonian Forest edge, pleasant for walking and cycling, with broad views and easy access from the Zaventem area.
Crisp twice-fried Belgian chips, traditionally served in a paper cone with mayonnaise. A national staple found in snack bars across the Brussels area.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery and onion, commonly eaten with chips. A classic Belgian brasserie dish popular around Brussels.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised with dark Belgian beer and onions. It is a comforting, traditional pub dish in Flanders and Brussels.
Reliable local Italian restaurant with a long-standing reputation, offering pasta, meat and fish in a warm neighbourhood setting.
Established airport-area restaurant known for Belgian and French dishes in a polished, business-friendly setting near Brussels Airport.
Popular brasserie in Zaventem serving Belgian classics and grills in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere suitable for casual meals.
Moderate for Belgium. Hotels near Brussels Airport cost more, but local dining and trains are manageable for most travellers.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just round to the nearest euro.
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Brussels Airport-Zaventem railway station -> Bruxelles-Central, Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Zaventem 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 Zaventem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Antwerp to Zaventem trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventem station pair, with some services arriving at Zaventem. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Zaventem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
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 storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Antwerpen-Zuid is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Zuidcafé, Restaurant Het Gerecht
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid, Hotel Rubenshof, Hotel Pilar.
Zaventem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Belair, Black Pearls
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zaventem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zaventem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zaventem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zaventem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zaventem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel, Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport, NH Brussels Airport.
Nossegem is 2 km from Zaventem city centre. Public transport options include:
Nossegem has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Nossegem.
Available at Nossegem: Parking.
Available at Nossegem: Bike Parking.
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