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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Genk is to line 30 bus and bus which costs €17 - €26 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Genk is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and Genk?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to Genk station. However, there are services departing from Oostende Gouwelozestraat and arriving at Genk Station perron 13 via Bruges and Hasselt Station perron 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Genk?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Genk. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Genk via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Ostend to Genk?

The distance between Ostend and Genk is 212 km. The road distance is 204.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Genk without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Ostend to Genk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Genk bus from?

Ostend to Genk bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Oostende Gouwelozestraat station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Genk train from?

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

Train or bus from Ostend to Genk?

The best way to get from Ostend to Genk is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Ostend to Genk bus arrive?

Ostend to Genk bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brugge Station perron C7.

Where does the Ostend to Genk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ostend to Genk?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Genk is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ostend to Genk.

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

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Where can I stay near Genk?

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Ostend to Genk - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ostend to Genk 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
best
1. Take the train from Ostende to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Genktrain L / ...
3h 17m
€21–32
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C7bus 30
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Hasselt Stationbus N84
6h 35m
€17–26
Drive 204.6 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Genkcar 204.6 km
2h 4m
€32–46
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Ostende to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Genktrain Ic
3h 29m
€22–32
Line 30 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C7bus 30
2. Take the train from Bruges to Hasselttrain Ic / ...
4h 45m
€22–30

Ostend to Genk by train

173Weekly Trains

3h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.4 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Ostende to Genk via Louvain in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Genk Station perron 13 via Brugge Station perron C7, Bruges, and Hasselt Station perron 14 in around 6h 35m.

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