How To Get From Brussels Airport To City Center Best Way – All Possible Ways (Updated 2023)

Last updated on May 11th, 2023 at 07:55 pm

How To Get From Brussels Airport To City Center Best Way – You can go by bus, train, taxi and private transfer.

What Is The Distance From Brussels Airport To City Center?

The distance from Brussels Airport to city center is 15 kilometers. Click here to book online Brussels activities and day trips

The travel time by taxi from Brussels airport to city center is around 20 minutes. The taxi fare from Brussels airport to downtown is around €45.

What Is The Cheapest Way From Brussels Airport To City Center?

The cheapest way from Brussels airport to city center is by public bus for €3 and Brussels Airport Bus for €4.50. The bus travel time from Brussels airport to downtown is around 30 minutes.

What Is The Best Way From Brussels Airport To City Center?

The fastest and best way from Brussels airport to city center is by train for €12.70. The train travel time from Brussels airport to downtown is 17 minutes.

You can get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi.

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SIM CARD AT BRUSSELS AIRPORT

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WHERE TO STAY IN BRUSSELS

You can access a dorm that can go up to €18-30. And while a hotel that is a double room in a budget can go up to €90.

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HOW TO GET FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

TRAIN FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER (BEST WAY)

The best way from Brussels airport to city center is by train. The trains from Brussels airport to city center are running every 8-12 minutes almost 24/7 from Brussels Airport to Zaventem Train Station. Check here schedule and prices train from Brussels airport to city!

The travel time from Brussels Airport to downtown is around 17 minutes. The train fare is €12.70 one-way ticket. You can buy the ticket in the vending machines at the airport.

Once Zaventem Train Station you can connect by metro to any destination that you are planning to go in Brussels.

BUS FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Brussels airport to city center is by public bus. Buses Number 272 and 471 are running from Brussels airport to city. Check here Bus Number 272 and Bus Number 471 schedule and route!

Bus Number 272 travel time from Brussels airport to city is 30 minutes since it’s making more stops and Bus Number 471 takes only 18 minutes since it has less stops.

The bus fare from Brussels airport to Brussels city center is €3 for one-way ticket. The public buses leave at platform A or B every 30-60 minutes from Brussels airport.

You can buy the tickets at the vending machine at the airport and you will have 60 minutes valid ticket that you can use in the metro in Brussels too.

Brussels Airport Bus From Brussels Airport to Troon Station

Brussels Airport Bus is leaving from Level 0 in Platform C. Bus Number 12 is running from Brussels Airport to Troon Station every 10-20 minutes from 5 am to 12 30 am. Click here to check Bus Number 12 route and schedule!

You can get off the bus at Brussels-Schuman Station and transfer to the metro (M1 and M5). Bus Number 21 is going from Brussels airport to city with Royal Palace as the last destination.

The Brussels Airport Bus fare is €4.50 from the ticket vending machines at Platform C and €6 if you buy on the bus. The tickets are valid on the bus, metro and tram for 60 minutes.

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Metro Map In Brussels

The Metro in Brussels is running every 6-10 minutes during the peak hours and after the peak hours every 20 minutes. The metro Brussels opening hours is from 5 30 am until midnight. One metro ticket costs €2.10 in the vending machine and €2.50 when you buy inside the bus or tram.

Remember the ticket will be valid for 60 minutes to use in public transportation in Brussels. You can buy a Jump ticket for 24 hours €7.50, €14 for 48 hours and €18 for 72 hours.

Brussels Card

You can get the Brussels Card and you will have unlimited transportation in Brussels plus free entrance to museums and discounts in activities. It’s a great choice if you are planning to move around the city. For €29 valid 24 hours, for €37 valid 48 hours and for €45 valid for 72 hours.

TAXI FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

If you go from Brussels airport to city center by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Brussels airport to city center is around 20 minutes.

The taxi fare from Brussels airport to city center is €45. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.

UBER BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO BRUSSELS CITY CENTER

If you are ordering Uber in Brussels you should know that prices are similar to the taxi. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the pickup point at the airport. Expect to pay around €40-50 depending on your destination and time of the day.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

Hotel transfers are convenient but can be expensive. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Brussels. Prices are around €50 and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be €12 per person.

RENTING A CAR AT BRUSSELS AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car at Brussels airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Brussels. It will take you 20 minutes to get from Brussels airport to city center by private car.

There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Europcar available in the airport. Prices can be around €30-40 per day. Get the best deals renting a car in Brussels!

BEST WAY FROM BRUSSELS AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

The best way from Brussels airport to city center is by public bus for €3 or Brussels Airport Bus for €4.50 if you are on a budget since both of them are on a budget and quite efficient. The bus tickets are allowed to use until 60 minutes so you can take the metro in Brussels to your final destination.

If you prefer the fastest option the best way from Brussels airport to city center is by train for €12.70 and will reach city center in less than 20 minutes.

The best way from Brussels airport to city center is by private transfers if you prefer comfort and it can be cheaper than a taxi booking online.

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ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN BRUSSELS

You can access a dorm that can go up to €18-30. And while a hotel that is a double room in a budget can go up to €90.

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