Train, fast and cheap All trains connect Brussels Airport to Brussels North, Brussels Central and Brussels Midi railway stations. On weekdays a one-way journey costs ? 8.60 ( US$ 9.20) and on weekends it costs ? 14.80 ( US$ 15.80) and takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the centre.

The most efficient way to get from Brussels Airport (Zaventem) to the city center is by train. The airport railway station is located on Level -1, and trains run every 10 to 15 minutes toward Brussels North, Brussels Central, and Brussels South (Midi) stations. The journey to Brussels Central takes only about 17 minutes. Note that a special "Diabolo fee" (airport supplement) is automatically included in your ticket price. Alternatively, the STIB Airport Line (Bus 12) is a cost-effective option that takes you to the European District (Schuman/Luxembourg) in about 30 minutes, though it is usually slower than the train due to traffic. Taxis and rideshares like Uber are available outside the arrivals hall, with a flat-rate or metered fare usually ranging from €45 to €60 depending on your exact destination and traffic conditions. For most travelers, the train remains the gold standard for speed and reliability, especially given that Brussels Central is within walking distance of the Grand Place.