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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Diest is to bus and line 40 bus which costs €6 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Diest is to train which takes 43 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Diest?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels to Diest. However, there are services departing from Brussel Rogier and arriving at Diest Atheneum via Leuven Station perron 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Diest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Diest. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Brussels to Diest?

The distance between Brussels and Diest is 57 km. The road distance is 60.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Diest without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs €7 - €11.

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

The train from Brussels-North to Diest takes 43 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Diest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brussels to Diest train from?

Brussels to Diest train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Diest?

The best way to get from Brussels to Diest is to train which takes 43 min and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can bus and line 40 bus, which costs €6 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Brussels to Diest bus arrive?

Brussels to Diest bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Station perron 1.

Where does the Brussels to Diest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Diest?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Diest is 60 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Brussels to Diest.

Where can I stay near Diest?

There are 424+ hotels available in Diest.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Brussels to Diest 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 Brussels-Nord to Diesttrain Ic / ...
43 min
€7–11
Bus, line 40 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussel Rogier to Leuven Station perron 1bus R90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leuven Station perron 11 to Diest Atheneumbus 40 / ...
2h 17m
€6
Drive 60.1 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Diestcar 60.1 km
43 min
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brussels to Diesttaxi 60.1 km
43 min
€150–190

Brussels to Diest by train

204Weekly Trains

43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 57.2 km
Duration: 43 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Diest hourly. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussel Rogier to Diest Atheneum via Leuven Station perron 1 and Leuven Station perron 11 in around 2h 17m.

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