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Take the train from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport in 2 hours 42 minutes

If you want to travel from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport by train to take around 4 hours 36 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 25 trains per day running on this route, which spans 104 miles (167 km). You’ll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Dusseldorf Airport. Both SNCB and FlixTrain trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport start from £32.70 when you book in advance.

If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Trains to Dusseldorf Airport from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem

It takes an average of 4h 36m to travel from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport by train, over a distance of around 104 miles (167 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport and tickets for this journey start from £32.70 when you book in advance.

First train

06:13

Last train

23:57

Departure stationBrussels-Airport-Zaventem
Arrival stationDusseldorf Airport
Journey time

From 2h 42m

Distance

104 miles (167 km)

Frequency

25 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Price

From £32.70

Train and bus operators

FlixTrain, Flixbus, SNCB

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport?

Want to know more about your journey from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport?

You can get from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport by train in 4 hours and 36 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 42 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport take?

The average journey time by train between Brussels-Airport-Zaventem and Dusseldorf Airport is 4 hours and 36 minutes, with around 25 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

How much does the train from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport cost?

Train tickets from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport can start from as little as £32.70 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book.

What's the fastest journey time between Brussels-Airport-Zaventem and Dusseldorf Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport is 2 hours and 42 minutes.

What are the train times from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport?

Check out the next trains departing from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport for Tuesday 16th December 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:1314:082h 55m, 2 changes
11:5715:083h 11m, 2 changes
13:1316:082h 55m, 2 changes
13:3818:024h 24m, 3 changes
13:4218:024h 20m, 4 changes
15:1318:082h 55m, 2 changes
15:5719:023h 5m, 2 changes
17:1320:082h 55m, 2 changes
17:5721:023h 5m, 2 changes
19:1322:273h 14m, 2 changes

FlixTrain and SNCB trains from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport

You can travel from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport on FlixTrain and SNCB trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

Operating alongside its sister coach company FlixBus since 2018, FlixTrain provides cheap intercity connections using 100% green energy. The main routes served by FlixTrain are Cologne-Hamburg, Aachen-Cologne-Berlin, and Berlin-Stuttgart. The network will expand in future to include more routes to Munich and Leipzig. FlixTrain carriages are fitted with free WiFi and power outlets or USB charge points. Plus, every ticket comes with a seat reservation, guaranteeing you a seat for the journey.

PhotoMPW57, under licence CC BY-SA 3.0

SNCB is the national railway company of Belgium, with services that include national (Intercity) and regional (Local) express trains. All SNCB trains come with both First Class and Second Class carriages. Belgium has one of the densest rail networks in the world. Seat reservations aren’t possible for any of the company's trains.

What FlixTrain and SNCB classes are there from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport?

Compare the different travel classes offered by FlixTrain and SNCB when travelling from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport.

What are the onboard services on FlixTrain and SNCB?

Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport.

LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?

When travelling with Flixtrain, you can take the following luggage for free: 1x carry-on bag (max dimensions 42 x 30 x 18 cm and 7kg) and 1x checked bag (max dimensions 80 x 50 x 30 cm and 20kg).

For safety reasons, you must stow your carry-on bag beneath your seat, or in the overhead compartment above your seat.

RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

Currently, FlixTrain does not offer a food and drink service. However, you may bring food and drink with you to enjoy on the train.

WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

On FlixTrain services, you can connect to the free WiFi to surf the internet, chat with friends, check your emails and more.

If you’re worried about your battery life, you can charge your devices by connecting to the power sockets or USB outlets at your seat.

ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

Children up to 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Children between 6 and 14 years old can travel alone with a declaration of consent from their parent or guardian. Keep an eye out for special discounts, as FlixTrain offer cheap tickets for children less than 15 years old.

ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

All FlixTrains are equipped with reservable bicycle storage. Bikes must be standard size and not exceed 20kg (45 lbs). To bring your bicycle on board, you must reserve a space with FlixTrain.

PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

In Germany, passengers may take pets that are up to the size of a house cat carried in a secure container at no cost. If you want to take a dog with you on the train which is larger than a house cat, provided it is on a leash and wearing a muzzle, you can purchase an extra ticket at the child's price. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.

In Sweden, pets may not be transported on trains. The only exception is for guide and assistance dogs.

WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

Passengers with limited mobility who require assistance with boarding and embarking should contact FlixTrain to book one of the designated seats provided. FlixTrain transport foldable wheelchairs, walking aids and other mobility devices for free.

LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?

When travelling with SNCB, each passenger can take 3 items of luggage on board, as long as the total weight does not exceed 30kg. Once you’ve found your seat, you can stow your luggage in the space provided above and below your seat. You can take the following luggage on board for free:

  • Briefcases, rucksacks and suitcases
  • Wheelchairs (manual or automatic)
  • Pushchairs and prams
  • Folding bikes, unicycles, scooters
  • Sports equipment (e.g. skis)
RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

Currently, SNCB does not offer a food and drink service. Although, you may bring food and drink with you to enjoy on the train.

WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

Currently, SNCB do not offer WiFi onboard their trains or at stations.

ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

As long as they are travelling with a person aged 12 or above with a valid ticket, children under 12 can travel for free without a ticket. However, please note that this only applies to a maximum of 4 children per passenger with a valid ticket. If you have any additional children travelling with you, they will need a half-price Kids Ticket.

ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

Hoping to travel with your bike? You’ll need to add a Bike Supplement to your ticket. However, if you’re travelling with a folding bike, you don’t need to worry about paying. Bike Supplements are paid on top of your rail fare and cost €4 for a single journey.

When boarding, speak to the train conductor and they will tell you if there are spaces available and where you can put your bicycle. SNCB advise you not to travel with a bike at Peak times, because bicycle spaces may not be available.

PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

Guide and assistance dogs

Travel is free for guide and assistance dogs. You won’t need to add a Pet Supplement to your ticket.

Pets

Pets are welcome to travel on SNCB trains if they are on a lead or in a small basket, cage or box. For animals on a lead, a Pet Supplement costs €3 for a single trip. If your pet is in a small basket, cage or box that is smaller than 30 x 55 x 30 cm, you do not need to pay for a Pet Supplement. Finally, your pet is not allowed to sit on the seats or tables.

WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

Passengers with reduced mobility should directly contact SNCB to make use of their free assistance service. You can take your wheelchair on board the train for free, regardless of whether or not you use the SNCB's free assistance service. If you are blind or partially sighted, you can take the train for free in 2nd class.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport?

If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

1. Book in advance

The price of train tickets from Brussels-Airport-Zaventem to Dusseldorf Airport starts at £32.70§ one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

2. Be flexible with your travel times

If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

3. Buy a rail pass

If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

4. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

6. Take a night train

Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

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