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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Balen is to bus and line 40 bus which costs €12 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Balen is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Balen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels to Balen station. However, there are services departing from Brussel Rogier and arriving at Balen Station via Leuven Gasthuisberg Kliniek perron 1, Diest Station perron 3 and Oostham Heldenplein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Balen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Balen. However, there are services departing from Bruxelles-Central and arriving at Balen via Herentals. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Brussels to Balen?

The distance between Brussels and Balen is 86 km. The road distance is 82.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Balen without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €18 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Brussels to Balen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Balen bus from?

Brussels to Balen bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Brussel Rogier station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Balen train from?

Brussels to Balen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Balen?

The best way to get from Brussels to Balen is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 40 bus, which costs €12 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Brussels to Balen bus arrive?

Brussels to Balen bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Gasthuisberg Kliniek perron 4 station.

Where does the Brussels to Balen train arrive?

Brussels to Balen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Herentals station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Balen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Balen is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Brussels to Balen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Balen?

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Where can I stay near Balen?

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Brussels to Balen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 40 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Herentalstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Herentals to Balentrain Ic / ...
2h 13m
€18–33
Bus, line 40 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussel Rogier to Leuven Gasthuisberg Kliniek perron 4bus R90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leuven Gasthuisberg Kliniek perron 1 to Diest Station perron 4bus 40
4h 20m
€12
Drive 82.1 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Balencar 82.1 km
1h 13m
€13–19
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Balentrain Ic / ...
2h 18m
€17–39

Brussels to Balen by train

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Distance: 85.7 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Balen, Flanders, Belgium?

You can take a train from Bruxelles-Central to Balen via Herentals in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussel Rogier to Balen Station via Leuven Gasthuisberg Kliniek perron 1, Diest Station perron 3, Oostham Schoolstraat, and Oostham Heldenplein in around 4h 20m.

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