The average train between Zaventem and Laeken takes 31 min and the fastest train takes 24 min. There is a train service every few hours from Zaventem to Laeken. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Zaventem and Laeken. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zaventem is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Laeken at 10:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 31 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Zaventem to Laeken. However, there are services departing from Zaventem station and arriving at Laeken station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31 min.
Zaventem to Laeken train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Zaventem station.
Zaventem to Laeken train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bockstael station.
Book your Zaventem to Laeken train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Zaventem and Laeken is 8.8 km. The road distance is 12 km.
You can take a train from Zaventem to Bockstael via Brussels-Nord in around 32 min.