Vilvoorde to Brussels train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Vilvoorde to Brussels

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept

Cheapest price on 21 Sept

£2

Average ticket price on 21 Sept

£3

Fastest journey on 21 Sept

20 m

Average journey duration on 21 Sept

22 m

Trains on 21 Sept

4

Distance

10 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vilvoorde to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Vilvoorde to Brussels will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.

Fast trains

On Mon 21 Sept, we found 4 trains from Vilvoorde to Brussels, including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .

The slowest trains will take 25 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.

  • Intercity
    17:430h20
    Vilvoorde
    18:03Brussels
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity
    8:430h22
    Vilvoorde
    9:05Brussels
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Regional
    13:010h21
    Vilvoorde
    13:22Brussels
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Regional
    11:320h25
    Vilvoorde
    11:57Brussels
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Vilvoorde to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vilvoorde to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. 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 train costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.

Distance: 10 km

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Driving

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

£2

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

47m

Average total duration

Fastest

17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

30m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Vilvoorde to Brussels is a train with an average price of £3.
The fastest way to travel from Vilvoorde to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 17m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vilvoorde and Brussels including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 13m sooner (17m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Intercity, Regional.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Vilvoorde to Brussels train times

The table below shows live departures for Vilvoorde to Brussels trains for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Intercity313211:43 Vilvoorde station
0h20
12:03 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity313211:43 Vilvoorde station
0h08
11:51 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity313211:43 Vilvoorde station
0h15
11:58 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Regional198211:51 Vilvoorde station
0h20
12:11 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Regional198211:51 Vilvoorde station
0h15
12:06 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Regional198211:51 Vilvoorde station
0h10
12:01 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity333312:13 Vilvoorde station
0h15
12:28 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity333312:13 Vilvoorde station
0h08
12:21 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity333312:13 Vilvoorde station
0h20
12:33 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity313312:43 Vilvoorde station
0h08
12:51 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity313312:43 Vilvoorde station
0h15
12:58 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity313312:43 Vilvoorde station
0h20
13:03 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Regional198312:51 Vilvoorde station
0h20
13:11 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Regional198312:51 Vilvoorde station
0h15
13:06 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Regional198312:51 Vilvoorde station
0h10
13:01 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity333413:13 Vilvoorde station
0h08
13:21 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity333413:13 Vilvoorde station
0h20
13:33 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity333413:13 Vilvoorde station
0h15
13:28 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity313413:43 Vilvoorde station
0h20
14:03 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity313413:43 Vilvoorde station
0h15
13:58 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity313413:43 Vilvoorde station
0h08
13:51 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Regional198413:51 Vilvoorde station
0h15
14:06 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Regional198413:51 Vilvoorde station
0h10
14:01 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Regional198413:51 Vilvoorde station
0h20
14:11 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity333514:13 Vilvoorde station
0h20
14:33 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity333514:13 Vilvoorde station
0h15
14:28 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity333514:13 Vilvoorde station
0h08
14:21 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity313514:43 Vilvoorde station
0h20
15:03 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity313514:43 Vilvoorde station
0h15
14:58 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity313514:43 Vilvoorde station
0h08
14:51 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Regional198514:51 Vilvoorde station
0h20
15:11 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Regional198514:51 Vilvoorde station
0h15
15:06 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Regional198514:51 Vilvoorde station
0h10
15:01 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity333615:13 Vilvoorde station
0h20
15:33 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity333615:13 Vilvoorde station
0h08
15:21 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity333615:13 Vilvoorde station
0h15
15:28 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity313615:43 Vilvoorde station
0h15
15:58 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Intercity313615:43 Vilvoorde station
0h08
15:51 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Intercity313615:43 Vilvoorde station
0h20
16:03 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Regional198615:51 Vilvoorde station
0h15
16:06 Brussels-Central0 changesdirect
Regional198615:51 Vilvoorde station
0h20
16:11 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Regional198615:51 Vilvoorde station
0h10
16:01 Brussels-North0 changesdirect
Monday 21 September
Intercity8:43 Vilvoorde
0h22
9:05 Brussels0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Vilvoorde to Brussels trains with Omio?

Intercity as well as Regional or SNCB offer trains services from Vilvoorde to Brussels.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Intercity tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Intercity?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Regional or SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Vilvoorde to Brussels.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Intercity with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Vilvoorde to Brussels.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Vilvoorde to Brussels

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Trains from Vilvoorde to Brussels run on average 36 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
10 km
Average train duration
17m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
36
Direct trains
36
Fastest train
10m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Intercity, Regional from Vilvoorde to Brussels trainsIntercity, Regional trains will get you between Vilvoorde and Brussels from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
10m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£2
Intercity frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Regional

About
The term \Regional\" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, \"Regionalbahn\" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regional Duration
10m
Cheapest Regional Price
£2
Regional frequency
24 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

Complete guide to Brussels

Things to do in Brussels

Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.

  • Must visit

Magritte Museum

Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.

  • Recommended

Oldmasters Museum

Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.

  • Recommended

Horta Museum

Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.

FAQs: Vilvoorde to Brussels train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilvoorde 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Vilvoorde to Brussels can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Vilvoorde to Brussels covers a distance of 10 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 40 per day.
The train distance from Vilvoorde to Brussels is 10 km.
The first train from Vilvoorde to Brussels leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Vilvoorde to Brussels departs at 23:56.
Trains from Vilvoorde to Brussels run approximately 40 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Vilvoorde to Brussels.
Yes, there is a direct train between Vilvoorde and Brussels. The service operates 40 times per day, provided by SNCB.
To get from Vilvoorde to Brussels, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Vilvoorde to Brussels.
The train station in Vilvoorde that goes to Brussels is Vilvoorde station, and it arrives at Brussels-Central.
The cheapest way to get from Vilvoorde to Brussels is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Vilvoorde to Brussels in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Vilvoorde to Brussels is relatively short and mostly urban, passing through industrial areas and suburban landscapes rather than offering scenic views.
Yes, a day trip from Vilvoorde to Brussels is feasible. The journey takes 20m and covers 10 km. Trains run 12 times per day.
Explore the vibrant Marolles district, known for its eclectic mix of antique shops and street art. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire, home to impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at renowned chocolatiers, and discover the lively atmosphere of the Saint-Géry district with trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Visit Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Atomium for panoramic city views, the famous Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum for surrealist art.
To explore Brussels' main attractions, including the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Vilvoorde to Brussels.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Vilvoorde and Brussels

Most Vilvoorde to Brussels trains use the Vilvoorde to Bruxelles-Central station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Midi. Use this guide to compare Vilvoorde and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Vilvoorde
Arrival train stations in Brussels

Which Vilvoorde station do trains to Brussels leave from?

Trains from Vilvoorde to Brussels leave from Vilvoorde. The station is from Vilvoorde city centre at Stationlei, 1800 Vilvoorde, Belgium.
VilvoordeStationlei, 1800 Vilvoorde, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Vilvoorde from Vilvoorde city centre

Bus1, 25, 28, 82, 538 · 4m · £3 · every ~7 min

Vilvoorde train station facilities and services

Vilvoorde 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: Restaurant De Kuiper, Bistro Vilvoorde

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Vilvoorde. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Vilvoorde. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Vilvoorde: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Vilvoorde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Vilvoorde: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel The Lodge Vilvoorde, Campanile Hotel Brussels Vilvoorde, Eurovolleycenter Hotel.

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