What is the cheapest way to get from Bruges to Genk?

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Genk is to bus which costs €13 - €23 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bruges to Genk?

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Genk is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Genk?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Genk station. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Genk Station perron 13 via Hasselt Station perron 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Genk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruges and arriving at Genk. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Bruges to Genk?

The distance between Bruges and Genk is 200 km. The road distance is 179.8 km.

How do I travel from Bruges to Genk without a car?

The best way to get from Bruges to Genk without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs €18 - €26.

How long does it take to get from Bruges to Genk?

The train from Bruges to Genk takes 2h 41m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Genk bus from?

Bruges to Genk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Genk train from?

Bruges to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.

Train or bus from Bruges to Genk?

The best way to get from Bruges to Genk is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs €18 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €23 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Bruges to Genk bus arrive?

Bruges to Genk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hasselt Station.

Where does the Bruges to Genk train arrive?

Bruges to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Genk station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Genk?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Genk is 180 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Bruges to Genk.

How do I get a train ticket from Bruges to Genk?

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Where can I stay near Genk?

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Bruges to Genk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bruges to Genk by train, bus, or car

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 Bruges to Genktrain Ic
2h 41m
€18–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Hasselt Stationbus N84
4h 25m
€13–23
Drive 179.8 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Genkcar 179.8 km
1h 57m
€27–39
Train via Leuven
1. Take the train from Bruges to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Genktrain L / ...
3h
€19–49
Train via Hasselt Station perron 14
1. Take the train from Bruges to Hasselttrain Ic / ...
3h 15m
€20–26

Bruges to Genk by train

60Weekly Trains

2h 41mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.3 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Genk, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruges to Genk every 3 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bruges to Hasselt Station twice daily. Tickets cost €10–20 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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