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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Laeken is to train which costs €1 - €2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Laeken is to line 6 subway which takes 8 min and costs €3.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Laeken?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brussel Noord opstaphalte and arriving at Brussel Sobieski. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Laeken?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gare De L'ouest and arriving at Bockstael. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Brussels to Laeken?

The distance between Brussels and Laeken is 4 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Laeken without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 8 min and costs €3.

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

The line 6 subway from Gare De L'ouest to Bockstael takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Laeken bus from?

Brussels to Laeken bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Brussel Noord opstaphalte station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Laeken train from?

Brussels to Laeken train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Laeken?

The best way to get from Brussels to Laeken is to bus which takes 16 min and costs €2 - €3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €1 - €2 and takes 11 min.

Where does the Brussels to Laeken bus arrive?

Brussels to Laeken bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Sobieski station.

Where does the Brussels to Laeken train arrive?

Brussels to Laeken train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bockstael station.

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

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Where can I stay near Laeken?

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Brussels to Laeken - 6 ways to travel via train, line 6 subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Brussels to Laeken by subway, bus, taxi, foot, train, or tram

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Gare De L'ouest to Bockstaelsubway 6
8 min
€3
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Bockstaeltrain Trn / ...
11 min
€1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Brussel Sobieskibus R30 / ...
16 min
€2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brussels to Laekentaxi 3.7 km
8 min
€11–13
Walk
1. Take the foot from Brussels to Laekenwalk 3.4 km
41 min
Line 93 tram
1. Take the tram from Botanique to Moorsledetram 93
15 min
€3

Brussels to Laeken by subway

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Distance: 3.8 km
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Laeken, Belgium?

STIB operates a subway from Gare De L'ouest to Bockstael every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, De Lijn operates a bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Brussel Sobieski every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 16 min. STIB also services this route every 15 minutes.

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