Route guide

Valencia → Antwerp

1358 km · Spain to Belgium · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €43+ by bus

How to travel from Valencia to Antwerp

There are 4 ways to travel between Valencia and Antwerp — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€96–284

Duration: 11h 19m

via Renfe (AVE), SNCB

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€43–115

Duration: 19h 24m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~38 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€89–283

Duration: 4h 19m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Iberia, Vueling, Brussels Airlines

~212 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€163–299

Duration: 15h 5m

~231 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Valencia and Antwerp highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1358 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Spain into Belgium. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Valencia to Antwerp — every option in detail

Valencia to Antwerp by train

Trains link Valencia (Spain) and Antwerp (Belgium) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 19m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Renfe (AVE), SNCB.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €96 to €284. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 212 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~193 kg on this distance.

Valencia to Antwerp by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Valencia and Antwerp with a typical journey of 19h 24m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €43 when booked in advance, rising to €115 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Valencia to Antwerp by flight

Flights between Valencia and Antwerp take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 19m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Iberia, Vueling, Brussels Airlines.

Typical fare range is €89–283. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 212 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Valencia to Antwerp by car

The driving distance from Valencia to Antwerp is approximately 1562 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 5m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €163–299 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Spain–Belgium border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 231 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Valencia and Antwerp is approximately 1358 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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