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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Arras is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Arras is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Genk and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Genk station to Arras. However, there are services departing from Genk Station perron 12 and arriving at Arras via Hasselt Station, Brussels-North train station and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Arras. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Arras via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Genk to Arras?

The distance between Genk and Arras is 272 km. The road distance is 243 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Arras without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €35 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Genk to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Arras bus from?

Genk to Arras bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hasselt Station.

Where do I catch the Genk to Arras train from?

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

Train or bus from Genk to Arras?

The best way to get from Genk to Arras is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €35 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Genk to Arras bus arrive?

Genk to Arras bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Genk to Arras train arrive?

Genk to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Genk to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Arras is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Genk to Arras.

Where can I stay near Arras?

There are 777+ hotels available in Arras.

Genk to Arras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Genk to Arras by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Genk to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
4h 41m
€39–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hasselt Station to Brussels-North train station
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lille712 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arras
7h 11m
€30–51
Drive 243 km
1. Drive from Genk to Arras243 km
2h 35m
€38–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Genk to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Lille Europe
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arras
5h 17m
€42–76
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Genk to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille FlandresIc
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
5h 41m
€34–47

Genk to Arras by train and tram

72Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.1 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Genk, Belgium and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Genk to Arras via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genk Station perron 12 to Arras via Hasselt Station, Brussels-North train station, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 7h 11m.

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