The cheapest and fastest trains from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Kessel, Antwerpen for Brussels every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 38 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:23 Kessel | 1h06 | 07:29 Brussels | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:01 Kessel | 0h48 | 07:49 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:10 Kessel | 1h19 | 08:29 Brussels | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:46 Kessel | 1h08 | 08:54 Brussels | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:01 Kessel | 0h48 | 08:49 Brussels | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels
Trains from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 48m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 17:23 |
Train companies: SNCB from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels trainsSNCB trains will get you between Kessel, Antwerpen and Brussels from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kessel, Antwerpen to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kessel, Antwerpen and Brussels
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- 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.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- 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.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
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