What is the cheapest way to get from Kortrijk to Balen?

The cheapest way to get from Kortrijk to Balen is to bus which costs €16 - €22 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kortrijk to Balen?

The fastest way to get from Kortrijk to Balen is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kortrijk and Balen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kortrijk to Balen. However, there are services departing from Kortrijk and arriving at Balen Markt via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3, Turnhout Warande perron 3 and Mol Station perron 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Kortrijk and Balen?

No, there is no direct train from Kortrijk to Balen. However, there are services departing from Courtrai and arriving at Balen via Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Kortrijk to Balen?

The distance between Kortrijk and Balen is 161 km. The road distance is 157.5 km.

How do I travel from Kortrijk to Balen without a car?

The best way to get from Kortrijk to Balen without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €26 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Kortrijk to Balen?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Kortrijk to Balen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kortrijk to Balen bus from?

Kortrijk to Balen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kortrijk station.

Where do I catch the Kortrijk to Balen train from?

Kortrijk to Balen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Courtrai station.

Train or bus from Kortrijk to Balen?

The best way to get from Kortrijk to Balen is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €26 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €22 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Kortrijk to Balen bus arrive?

Kortrijk to Balen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Kortrijk to Balen train arrive?

Kortrijk to Balen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Berchem station.

Can I drive from Kortrijk to Balen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kortrijk to Balen is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Kortrijk to Balen.

How do I get a train ticket from Kortrijk to Balen?

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There are 3 ways to get from Kortrijk to Balen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Courtrai to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Balentrain L / ...
3h 12m
€27–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kortrijk to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 802
2. Take the bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3 to Turnhout Warande perron 1bus X41 / ...
5h 2m
€17–22
Drive 157.5 km
1. Drive from Kortrijk to Balencar 157.5 km
1h 41m
€25–35

Kortrijk to Balen by train

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Distance: 161.1 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Kortrijk, Belgium and Balen, Flanders, Belgium?

You can take a train from Courtrai to Balen via Anvers-Berchem in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kortrijk to Balen Markt via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3, Turnhout Warande perron 1, Turnhout Warande perron 3, and Mol Station perron 2 in around 5h 2m.

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