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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Xanten is to bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Xanten is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Xanten?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Xanten Gymnasium via Nijmegen Centraal Station and Kleve Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Xanten?

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

How far is it from Brussels to Xanten?

The distance between Brussels and Xanten is 324 km. The road distance is 200.6 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Brussels to Xanten bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brussels to Xanten train from?

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

Train or bus from Brussels to Xanten?

The best way to get from Brussels to Xanten is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Brussels to Xanten bus arrive?

Brussels to Xanten bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nijmegen Centraal Station.

Where does the Brussels to Xanten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Xanten?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Xanten is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Brussels to Xanten.

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

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Where can I stay near Xanten?

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

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

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
3. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain
3h 49m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Nijmegen Centraal Stationbus N81 / ...
5h 30m
€25–38
Drive 200.6 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Xantencar 200.6 km
2h 41m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Duisburg Hbftrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain Rb31
3h 55m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Bredatrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Breda to Nijmegentrain Sprinter / ...
5h 19m
€30–71

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Distance: 324.4 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Xanten Bahnhof via Köln Hbf and Duisburg Hbf in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Nijmegen Centraal Station twice daily. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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