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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Boom is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Boom is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Boom?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Boom. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Boom via Hasselt and Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Genk to Boom?

The distance between Genk and Boom is 144 km. The road distance is 102.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Boom without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 37m and costs €21 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Genk to Boom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Boom train from?

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

Where does the Genk to Boom train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Genk to Boom?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Boom is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Genk to Boom.

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

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Where can I stay near Boom?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Boom.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Genk to Malinestrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Mechelen Station perron 10 to Boom Voetballersstraatbus 50
2h 37m
€22–38
Drive 102.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Genk to Boomcar 102.9 km
1h 4m
€16–24
Train
1. Take the train from Hasselt to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Boomtrain S32 / ...
2h 41m
€23–47

Genk to Boom by train and bus

67Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 144 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Genk to Boom via Hasselt and Anvers-Berchem in around 2h 41m.

Train operators

Bus operators

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