What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Alpen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Alpen is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Alpen?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Alpen is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Alpen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Alpen. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Alpen Bahnhof via DU- Hbf Westeingang and Moers Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Alpen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Alpen. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Alpen Bahnhof via Koeln Hbf and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Brussels to Alpen?

The distance between Brussels and Alpen is 314 km. The road distance is 196.1 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Alpen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Alpen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Alpen?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Brussels to Alpen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Alpen bus from?

Brussels to Alpen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Alpen train from?

Brussels to Alpen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Alpen?

The best way to get from Brussels to Alpen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Brussels to Alpen bus arrive?

Brussels to Alpen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Duisburg central train station.

Where does the Brussels to Alpen train arrive?

Brussels to Alpen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Alpen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Alpen is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Brussels to Alpen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Alpen?

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Where can I stay near Alpen?

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Brussels to Alpen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Alpen by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Alpen Bahnhoftrain
3h 49m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Duisburg central train stationbus N1387 / ...
6h 43m
€23–35
Drive 196.1 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Alpencar 196.1 km
2h 37m
€37–53
Train (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Duisburg Hbftrain Tha
4h 2m
€110–180
Train via Aachen
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain Re
4h 24m
€39–131

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Distance: 314 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Alpen, Germany?

You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Alpen Bahnhof via Koeln Hbf and Duisburg Hbf in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Duisburg central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €20–30 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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