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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Kerkrade is to bus and line 1 bus which costs €17 - €28 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Kerkrade is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkrade via Maastricht and Heerlen, Station Heerlen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Herzogenrath, Bf via Aachen, Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Brussels to Kerkrade?

The distance between Brussels and Kerkrade is 165 km. The road distance is 138.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Kerkrade without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €28 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Brussels to Kerkrade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Kerkrade bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brussels to Kerkrade train from?

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

Train or bus from Brussels to Kerkrade?

The best way to get from Brussels to Kerkrade is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €28 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs €17 - €28 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Brussels to Kerkrade bus arrive?

Brussels to Kerkrade bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Brussels to Kerkrade train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Kerkrade?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Kerkrade is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Brussels to Kerkrade.

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

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Where can I stay near Kerkrade?

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Brussels to Kerkrade - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brussels to Kerkrade by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 5m
€29–126
Bus, line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Maastrichtbus N870 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heerlen, Station Heerlen to Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkradebus 2 / ...
3h 11m
€18–28
Drive 138.3 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Kerkradecar 138.3 km
1h 29m
€25–36
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Heerlentrain S43
3. Take the bus from Heerlen, Station Heerlen to Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkradebus 2 / ...
3h 7m
€29–57

Brussels to Kerkrade by train and bus

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Distance: 165.2 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Kerkrade, Netherlands?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €27–120 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels-North train station to Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkrade via Maastricht, Heerlen, and Heerlen, Station Heerlen in around 3h 11m.

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