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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Almelo is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Almelo is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Almelo?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Almelo. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Almelo via Hasselt, Anvers-Central, Rotterdam Centraal and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Genk to Almelo?

The distance between Genk and Almelo is 256 km. The road distance is 221.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Almelo without a car is to line 45 bus and train which takes 5h 7m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Genk to Almelo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Almelo train from?

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

Train or bus from Genk to Almelo?

The best way to get from Genk to Almelo is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs €24 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €210 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Genk to Almelo train arrive?

Genk to Almelo train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Genk to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Almelo is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Genk to Almelo.

Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 738+ hotels available in Almelo.

Genk to Almelo - 4 ways to travel via train, line 45 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Genk to Almelo by bus, train, car, or train (Eurostar)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 45 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 3 to Maastricht Station perron D445 / ...
2. Take the train from Maastricht to Roermond
3. Take the train from Roermond to Nijmegen
4. Take the train from Nijmegen to Deventer
5h 7m
€54–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Eindhoven Station831 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven Station to EnschedeN81 / ...
7h 15m
€24–44
Drive 221.8 km
1. Drive from Genk to Almelo221.8 km
2h 54m
€40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Hasselt to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraal
3. Take the train from Gouda to Almelo
5h 25m
€103–204

Genk to Almelo by bus and train

228Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.5 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Genk, Belgium and Almelo, Netherlands?

You can take a bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 3 to Almelo via Maastricht Station perron D, Maastricht, Eindhoven Station, Enschede, and Enschede in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genk to Almelo via Hasselt, Anvers-Central, Rotterdam Centraal, and Gouda in around 5h 25m.

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