What is the cheapest way to get from Turnhout to Balen?

The cheapest way to get from Turnhout to Balen is to drive which costs €4 - €7 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Turnhout to Balen?

The fastest way to get from Turnhout to Balen is to drive which takes 32 min and costs €4 - €7.

Is there a direct train between Turnhout and Balen?

No, there is no direct train from Turnhout to Balen. However, there are services departing from Turnhout and arriving at Balen via Herentals. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Turnhout to Balen?

The distance between Turnhout and Balen is 29 km. The road distance is 30.2 km.

How do I travel from Turnhout to Balen without a car?

The best way to get from Turnhout to Balen without a car is to line 47 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs €6 - €8.

How long does it take to get from Turnhout to Balen?

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Turnhout to Balen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Turnhout to Balen train from?

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

Train or bus from Turnhout to Balen?

The best way to get from Turnhout to Balen is to line 47 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs €6 - €8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Turnhout to Balen train arrive?

Turnhout to Balen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Herentals station.

Can I drive from Turnhout to Balen?

Yes, the driving distance between Turnhout to Balen is 30 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Turnhout to Balen.

How do I get a train ticket from Turnhout to Balen?

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Where can I stay near Balen?

There are 467+ hotels available in Balen.

Turnhout to Balen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 47 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Turnhout to Balen by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 47 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Turnhout Zeshoek to Mol Station perron 5bus 47 / ...
1h 9m
€6–8
Drive 30.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Turnhout to Balencar 30.2 km
32 min
€5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Turnhout to Herentalstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Herentals to Balentrain Ic / ...
1h 13m
€8–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Turnhout to Balentaxi 30.2 km
32 min
€60–75

Turnhout to Balen by bus and train

188Weekly Services

1h 9mAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.8 km
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Turnhout, Belgium and Balen, Flanders, Belgium?

De Lijn operates a bus from Turnhout Zeshoek to Mol Station perron 5 hourly. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Turnhout to Balen via Herentals in around 1h 13m.

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