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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Genk is to bus which costs €8 - €12 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Genk is to drive which takes 1h and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Genk?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Genk station. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Genk Station perron 13 via Hasselt Station perron 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Genk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Genk. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Brussels to Genk?

The distance between Brussels and Genk is 97 km. The road distance is 94.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Genk without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs €10 - €15.

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

The train from Brussels-North to Genk takes 1h 34m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Genk bus from?

Brussels to Genk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Genk train from?

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

Train or bus from Brussels to Genk?

The best way to get from Brussels to Genk is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs €10 - €15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €12 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Brussels to Genk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brussels to Genk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Genk?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Genk is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Brussels to Genk.

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

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Where can I stay near Genk?

There are 1042+ hotels available in Genk.

Brussels to Genk - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Brussels to Genk by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to GenkIc
1h 34m
€10–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Hasselt StationN884
2. Take the bus from Hasselt Station perron 14 to Genk Station perron 1344 / ...
1h 43m
€8–11
Drive 94.9 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Genk94.9 km
1h
€15–21

Brussels to Genk by train

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Distance: 97.2 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Genk hourly. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels-North train station to Genk Station perron 13 via Hasselt Station perron 14 in around 1h 43m.

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