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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 07 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 07 Sept
32
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges to Zaventem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Zaventem will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 32 trains from Bruges to Zaventem, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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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1508 · 1908
1511 · 1911
1510 · 1910
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3762Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 94 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Bruges to Zaventem:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Zaventem costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 39m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.45. The journey takes 1h 22m versus 1h 22m 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 Bruges to Zaventem trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2807 | 8:11 Bruges station | 1h25 | 9:36 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2807+ 3658 | 8:11 Bruges station | 1h44 | 9:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2307 | 8:16 Bruges station | 2h31 | 10:47 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
1508 · 1908+ 558 | 8:19 Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1h59 | 10:18 Zaventem station | 2 changes | |
1508 · 2208 | 8:30 Bruges station | 1h33 | 10:03 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
1508 · 1908 | 8:30 Bruges station | 1h48 | 10:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
508 · 3709 | 8:58 Bruges station | 1h33 | 10:31 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
508+ 3759 | 8:58 Bruges station | 1h27 | 10:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2808 | 9:11 Bruges station | 1h25 | 10:36 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2808+ 3659 | 9:11 Bruges station | 1h44 | 10:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2308 | 9:16 Bruges station | 2h31 | 11:47 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
1509 · 1909+ 559 | 9:19 Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1h59 | 11:18 Zaventem station | 2 changes | |
1509 · 2209 | 9:30 Bruges station | 1h33 | 11:03 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
1509 · 1909 | 9:30 Bruges station | 1h48 | 11:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
509 · 3710 | 9:58 Bruges station | 1h34 | 11:32 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
509+ 3760 | 9:58 Bruges station | 1h27 | 11:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2809 | 10:11 Bruges station | 1h25 | 11:36 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2809+ 3660 | 10:11 Bruges station | 1h44 | 11:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2309 | 10:16 Bruges station | 2h31 | 12:47 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
1510 · 1910+ 560 | 10:19 Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1h59 | 12:18 Zaventem station | 2 changes | |
1510 · 1910 | 10:30 Bruges station | 1h48 | 12:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
1510 · 2210 | 10:30 Bruges station | 1h33 | 12:03 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
510 · 3711 | 10:58 Bruges station | 1h33 | 12:31 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
510+ 3761 | 10:58 Bruges station | 1h27 | 12:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2810 | 11:11 Bruges station | 1h25 | 12:36 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
2810+ 3661 | 11:11 Bruges station | 1h44 | 12:55 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
2310 | 11:16 Bruges station | 2h31 | 13:47 Brussels National Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
1511 · 1911+ 561 | 11:19 Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1h59 | 13:18 Zaventem station | 2 changes | |
1511 · 2211 | 11:30 Bruges station | 1h33 | 13:03 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
1511 · 1911 | 11:30 Bruges station | 1h48 | 13:18 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
511 · 3712 | 11:58 Bruges station | 1h33 | 13:31 Brussels National Airport | 1 change | |
511+ 3762 | 11:58 Bruges station | 1h27 | 13:25 Zaventem station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Bruges to Zaventem run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 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 94 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
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 Bruges 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 Bruges to Zaventem trains use the Brugge to Brussels Airport-Zaventem station pair. Use this guide to compare Bruges and Zaventem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brugge is 1 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Leonidas, Deliway Brugge Station, EXKi, De Kantine, Zest Fresh Juice Bar, FavouRRs
ATMs are aTM machines are located inside the main hall. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30, Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30. Information desks are located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Available at Brugge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brugge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge: Facilities include 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.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges, ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station, Hotel NH Brugge.
Brugge-St.-Pieters is 2 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge-St.-Pieters has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters.
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Taxis.
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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.
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