Bus 52 gets you from ANR to Antwerp-Berchem in 15 minutes
Bus Line 52 runs between Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) and Antwerpen-Berchem station in about 15–20 minutes, depending on traffic on Binnensingel. The stop sits right outside the airport terminal exit, less than a 2‑minute walk from arrivals. Buses are operated by De Lijn and usually run with standard city buses, not airport coaches.
On weekdays, Bus 52 typically runs every 20–30 minutes during the day, with less frequent service in the evening and on Sundays. First departures from the airport usually fall in the early morning (around 06:00), with the last buses leaving in the late evening (around 22:00–23:00). Always check the De Lijn planner on the day; timetables shift slightly between weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
A single De Lijn ticket for Bus 52 costs around €2.50–€3.00 if bought via the app, ticket machine, or SMS product, and is valid for 60 minutes across the network. Paper tickets bought on board usually cost a bit more, often around €3.50. You can also use a 10‑ride card if you already have one from other Belgian cities that use De Lijn.
The airport stop for Bus Line 52 is signed as “Antwerpen Luchthaven” and sits on the public road in front of the terminal. From Antwerpen-Berchem, the bus uses the N12/Borsbeeksebrug to reach the airport, passing through the Deurne area. At Berchem station, Bus 52 connects with SNCB trains to Brussels, Ghent, and Amsterdam-bound IC services.
To ride Bus 52 from the airport, exit arrivals, walk straight about 100 meters to the De Lijn stop, and check the line number on the front display before boarding. Valid your ticket immediately after stepping on: tap your card or code on the validator or show your SMS/app ticket to the driver if requested. Keep your luggage close; the low-floor buses have a small open area near the middle doors but no dedicated large suitcases racks.
Step-by-step: Airport to Antwerpen-Berchem on Bus 52
- 1. Exit the terminal and turn left; walk roughly 1–2 minutes to the De Lijn bus stop “Antwerpen Luchthaven.”
- 2. Check the stop pole or electronic display for Bus 52 toward Antwerpen-Berchem and note the departure time.
- 3. Buy a De Lijn ticket via app, SMS, machine, or from the driver (carry small coins if paying on board).
- 4. Board Bus 52, validate your ticket within the first 1–2 minutes, and keep it handy for any on-board check.
- 5. Stay on the bus for roughly 15–20 minutes until the stop signed for Antwerpen-Berchem station, then follow station signs to trains or local trams.
Tip: if you need a train connection from Berchem, aim for a Bus 52 that gets you there at least 15 minutes before your scheduled train to buffer for traffic and platform changes.