What is the cheapest way to get from Alken to Brussels?

The cheapest way to get from Alken to Brussels is to line 4 bus and bus which costs €9 - €11 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alken to Brussels?

The fastest way to get from Alken to Brussels is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Alken and Brussels?

No, there is no direct bus from Alken to Brussels station. However, there are services departing from Alken Kerk and arriving at Brussels-North train station via Hasselt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Alken to Brussels?

The distance between Alken and Brussels is 84 km. The road distance is 76.9 km.

How do I travel from Alken to Brussels without a car?

The best way to get from Alken to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs €12 - €16.

How long does it take to get from Alken to Brussels?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Alken to Brussels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alken to Brussels bus from?

Alken to Brussels bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Alken Kerk station.

Train or bus from Alken to Brussels?

The best way to get from Alken to Brussels is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs €12 - €16. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and bus, which costs €9 - €11 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Alken to Brussels bus arrive?

Alken to Brussels bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Hasselt Station perron 3.

Can I drive from Alken to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Alken to Brussels is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Alken to Brussels.

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Brussels.

Alken to Brussels - 4 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Alken to Brussels by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alken to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
1h 22m
€12–16
Line 4 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alken Kerk to Hasselt Station perron 3bus 215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hasselt Station to Brussels-North train stationbus N884
2h 50m
€9–11
Drive 76.9 km
1. Drive from Alken to Brusselscar 76.9 km
1h 3m
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alken to Brusselstaxi 76.9 km
1h 3m
€190–240

Alken to Brussels by bus and train

273Weekly Services

1h 22mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84 km
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Alken, Belgium and Brussels, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Alken to Brussels-Nord every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alken Kerk to Brussels-North train station via Hasselt Station perron 3 and Hasselt Station in around 2h 50m.

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