How to get to Brussels from Brussels airport

To travel from Zaventem Airport to the city center of Brussels, you have several options:

By Bus

You can take De Lijn express buses from the ground floor of the terminal. Here are some routes you can consider:

Bus #12 or #63. On weekends and at night (after 20:00), you can take #21. These buses will take you to Gare Central in the city center, and the journey typically takes about an hour.
There are also buses #359 (departing from platform A) and #659 (departing from platform B) that go to Roodebeek metro station. The travel time for these routes is approximately 20-25 minutes.

Cost: An hour ticket costs 3-3.50 EUR when purchased from special machines at the bus stop. If bought directly from the bus driver, the ticket price is 6 EUR. You can also consider a season ticket for 10 trips, which costs 25 EUR.

For more information on public transportation, you can contact +32 70 22 02 00 or visit the website.

Train

Zaventem Airport offers excellent rail connectivity. To reach the city center, follow these steps:

Take the train with the destination Brussels Airport - Zaventem - Charleroi-zuid (NMBS), and your stop will be Gare Central.
Trains operate from 6:00 to 24:00, with an average frequency of every 18-20 minutes. The journey typically takes around 20 minutes.
Depending on the class, a ticket to the center of Brussels costs between 2.60 and 4.10 EUR. You can purchase tickets from a special machine at the train station, which is located in the terminal on level -1.

Shuttle

Another option to reach the city center is by taking a shuttle cab, which you can reserve a seat for at www.budgettaxi.be.

The journey by shuttle cab usually takes about 20-35 minutes.
The cost of the "Shuttle" service to Brussels from the airport starts from 36 EUR per car (for 3-4 people).

Important: Please note that the shuttle does not have a designated parking space. If the driver has to wait for you and pay for parking, those additional costs will be included in your bill.

Transfer

If transfer service is not included in your room rate, you can inquire about prices at the hotel reception. Alternatively, you can book a transfer yourself through gettransfer.com. The cost will depend on your destination. Look for a car waiting for you at the terminal exit with a sign.

Departure Location: The shuttle departs from platform E, located at Level 0.

Traditional streetcars on the streets of Brussels

Taxi

Taxi stands are conveniently located right in the arrivals hall, and you can follow the "Taxi" signs to find them.

Cost: A taxi ride to the center of Brussels typically costs around 30 EUR.

Contacts:

You can also order a taxi by calling +32 2 752 98 00. This service is adapted for people with disabilities. For more information, visit www.hendriks.be.
If you prefer to arrange a taxi in advance, you can use KiwiTaxi. Your driver will meet you with a sign in the hall after the baggage claim area.

Zipcar

Zipcar is a short-term car rental service that allows you to pick up and drop off a car at various parking lots throughout the city. The rate includes gasoline, parking, and insurance.

Travel Time: The drive from the airport to the center of Brussels takes approximately 30 minutes.
Cost: Zipcar charges 0.25 EUR per minute and 0.16 EUR for each kilometer after the first 100 kilometers (which are included in the price). A ride from the airport to the center will cost approximately 7.5 EUR.
Zipcar Parking Lot: Zipcar is located in the P2 parking lot, which can be easily found using the "Car rentals" signs.
You can book a car: Visit the official Zipcar website to make a reservation.

Car Rental

Inside the Brussels Airport building, you'll find the offices of well-known car rental companies such as Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, and Sixt.

You can book a car online at rentalcars.com or visit the rental car offices located within the airport building.

To the Train Station

To reach the central train station from the airport, you have the option to take a bus, train, or taxi. The contact details and booking information can be found at the beginning of this article.

Bus

Route: Take bus #539, then at the Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe Roodebeek stop, transfer to #29. Your destination is Station Brussel-Centraal. Information about ticket prices and where to purchase them can be found above.
Time: The bus journey takes approximately 45 to 55 minutes to reach the train station.

Train

Route: You need to take the train with the route Brussels Airport - Zaventem - Doornik (NMBS). Ticket prices and purchase information are listed above.
Time: The train ride from the airport to the central train station takes about 20-25 minutes.

To the Bus Station

You can access the bus station from the airport by taking a bus, train, or taxi. Refer to the information above for details on these transportation options.

Bus

Route: Take bus #12 to the bus station, then at the Elsene Luxemburg stop, transfer to #27. Your stop is La Poste Bruxelles Gare du Midi.
Time: The total travel time for this bus route is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Train

Route: Take the train Brussels Airport - Zaventem - Oostende (NMBS).
Time: The train journey to the bus station takes 25 minutes.

How to Get to Brussels from Charleroi Airport

Charleroi Airport is located 46 kilometers from Brussels.

Bus + Train

The A-line bus runs regularly from Charleroi Airport to the Charleroi-Sud train station. From there, you can take the train to Brussel-Centraal or another Brussels station. The bus stop is located to the left of the airport exit.

Time: The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Cost: You can purchase a combined A bus and train ticket on the website, at a special machine at the bus stop, or at a ticket office. The total cost is 15.50 - 20.60 EUR, depending on the class.