Brussels Airport — Metered taxi + Bolt
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Brussels — Updated 2026
Brussels Airport (BRU) taxi to city centre costs €45-65 metered. Bolt €35-55 for same journey. But: SNCB airport train direct from BRU to Brussels-Central in 17 minutes for €9.20 second-class single. Line 12 airport bus €4.50 to city — cheapest bus option. For solo travellers, train dominates on time + cost + reliability.
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| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BRU Arrivals (T1) | 0 min | SNCB train station below arrivals + taxi rank outside |
| Brussels North | 13 min | Business district |
| Brussels Central | 17 min direct | Central Brussels + Grand-Place walk |
| Brussels Midi/South | 22 min direct | Eurostar + intercity connections |
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Metered taxi + Bolt vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNCB airport train | €9.20 | 17 min direct | Fastest + reliable. Every 15 min. |
| Bus 12 to city | €4.50 (€6.50 on-board) | 30-45 min | Cheapest. To Schuman + Central. |
| Bolt | €35-55 | 20-40 min | App-based + card payment. |
| Metered taxi | €45-65 | 20-40 min | Regulated + honest. |
FAQ
How much SHOULD Brussels airport taxi cost?+
€45-65 metered to city centre. Includes airport surcharge in meter. Belgium taxis are strictly regulated + honest — no scam risk. But train is 5-7x cheaper.
Train or taxi from Brussels airport?+
Train: €9.20, 17 min direct to Brussels-Central, every 15 min. Taxi: €45-65, 20-40 min. Train wins on cost (5-7x cheaper) + time (2x faster) + reliability. Only pick taxi for heavy luggage or late-night arrival.
Bolt in Brussels vs taxi?+
Bolt: €35-55 with card payment + app tracking. Metered taxi: €45-65. Bolt is 20-25% cheaper + safer (tracked ride). Both regulated. Bolt is the default modern choice.
How to buy Brussels airport train ticket?+
Contactless card tap at gates (€9.20 auto-charged), SNCB vending machines in the airport (English available), or SNCB app for digital ticket. Same fare either way.
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