What is the cheapest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium?

The cheapest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium?

The fastest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Castrop-Rauxel and Belgium?

No, there is no direct bus from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium station. However, there are services departing from Castrop-Rauxel Münsterplatz and arriving at Brussels-North train station via Bochum central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Castrop-Rauxel and Belgium?

No, there is no direct train from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium. However, there are services departing from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf and arriving at Bourse via Essen Hbf and Gare Du Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium?

The distance between Castrop-Rauxel and Belgium is 323 km. The road distance is 251.5 km.

How do I travel from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium without a car?

The best way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €50 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium bus from?

Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bochum central station.

Where do I catch the Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium train from?

Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium?

The best way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium bus arrive?

Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium train arrive?

Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium?

Yes, the driving distance between Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium.

Where can I stay near Belgium?

There are 1737+ hotels available in Belgium.

Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
4h 30m
€54–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Brussels-North train stationbus 081 / ...
6h 25m
€19–35
Drive 251.5 km
1. Drive from Castrop-Rauxel to Brusselscar 251.5 km
2h 53m
€39–56
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
4h 38m
Train via Cologne #2
1. Take the train from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
4h 47m

Castrop-Rauxel to Belgium by train and tram

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 323.4 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Castrop-Rauxel, Germany and Belgium?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Midi twice daily. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bochum central station to Brussels-North train station twice daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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