What is the cheapest way to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station is to line 4 bus and bus which costs €11 - €16 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station is to drive which takes 1h and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Alken and Brussels Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Alken to Brussels Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Alken Kerk and arriving at Brussels-North train station via Hasselt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Alken and Brussels Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Alken to Brussels Central Station. However, there are services departing from Alken and arriving at Bruxelles-Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Alken to Brussels Central Station?

The distance between Alken and Brussels Central Station is 86 km. The road distance is 75.9 km.

How do I travel from Alken to Brussels Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €16 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alken to Brussels Central Station bus from?

Alken to Brussels Central Station bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Alken Kerk station.

Where do I catch the Alken to Brussels Central Station train from?

Alken to Brussels Central Station train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Alken station.

Train or bus from Alken to Brussels Central Station?

The best way to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and bus, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Alken to Brussels Central Station bus arrive?

Alken to Brussels Central Station bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Hasselt Station perron 3.

Where does the Alken to Brussels Central Station train arrive?

Alken to Brussels Central Station train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Central station.

Can I drive from Alken to Brussels Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Alken to Brussels Central Station is 76 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Alken to Brussels Central Station.

Where can I stay near Brussels Central Station?

There are 1772+ hotels available in Brussels Central Station.

Alken to Brussels Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 4 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Alken to Brussels Central Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alken to Bruxelles-Centraltrain Ic / ...
1h 37m
€16–32
Line 4 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alken Kerk to Hasselt Station perron 3bus 215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hasselt Station to Brussels-North train stationbus N884
3h 2m
€11–16
Drive 75.9 km
1. Drive from Alken to Brussels Central Stationcar 75.9 km
1h
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alken to Brussels Central Stationtaxi 75.9 km
1h
€170–210

Alken to Brussels Central Station by bus and train

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Distance: 85.7 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Alken, Belgium and Brussels Central Station, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Alken to Bruxelles-Central hourly. Tickets cost €13–29 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alken Kerk to Bruxelles-Central via Hasselt Station perron 3, Hasselt Station, Brussels-North train station, and Brussels-Nord in around 3h 2m.

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