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Buses in Belgium

International travelers enjoy visiting the many fascinating attractions Belgium has to offer. From the canals in Bruges and fashion district in Antwerp's Nationalestraat to delicious food (chocolate, waffles, mussels, and fries) and Trappist beer, Belgium has what it takes for any traveler to have a good time. Although Belgium is a small country, its location between France, Germany, and the Netherlands makes it easily accessible from every corner of Europe. Regardless of where you may be in Europe, you'll likely find a way to Belgium. 

Buses in Belgium are convenient, comfortable, and efficient. The modern buses feature free WiFi, toilets, leg space, and USB plugs, making them a competitive choice over other means of transportation. Several companies operate buses in Belgium, both nationally and internationally. The main domestic companies in Belgium are De Lijn, TEC, and STIB, and the main international companies are FlixBus, Eurolines, and BlaBlaBus. The most popular bus routes in Belgium, the Ghent-Hasselt, Leuven-Brussels, and Mechelen-Antwerp routes, connect its main cities. Using the Omio app, you'll be able to find the best route for your journeys in and around Belgium. 

Booking with Omio

Creating the perfect itinerary for buses in Belgium is seamless with the Omio app and website. Omio provides you with hassle-free and straightforward features to find all the information you may need to book your tickets and plan your travels. All you have to do is input your desired departure and arrival locations and dates. Next, you'll have access to all the information necessary to successfully book your tickets. You may also select which currency you'd like to pay in, insert any discount cards you may have, and sort your travel options by personal preference. Once you've bought your tickets, you'll be able to access them and your itinerary from your mobile phone.

Bus companies in Belgium

If you're planning to explore Belgium using buses, you'll want to acquaint yourself with the country's bus companies. The three main domestic bus companies operating in Belgium are De Lijn, TEC, and STIB. De Lijn covers both the Dutch and Flemish-speaking areas of the country. Its routes connect the major cities of Antwerp, Bruges, Ghent, Leuven, and Ostendand, and provide local transportation within them. TEC, on the other hand, only operates in the French-speaking side of Belgium. It operates routes in major cities. Lastly, STIB operates buses, trams, and subways in the Brussels and Brabant-Walloon areas.

The three main international bus companies in Belgium are FlixBus, Eurolines, and BlaBlaBus. FlixBus, a German company, connects 18 destinations within Belgium to 22 countries around Europe. Meanwhile, Eurolines connects six destinations in Belgium with 34 European countries and Morocco. BlaBlaBus routes connect nine Belgian cities with several destinations throughout Europe. To find the best route and price for your bus trip, use the Omio app.

Popular international routes by bus

If you plan to visit cities using buses in Belgium, you'll find that the Omio app provides all the information you'll need for your journey. Although various international routes may reach other cities in the country, the two main cities for international connections in Belgium are Antwerp and Brussels. The most popular international bus routes in Antwerp connect with Paris (BlaBlaBus), London (BlaBlaBus), and Utrecht (BlaBlaBus). The most popular connections with Brussels are Madrid (BlaBlaBus), Nice (BlaBlaBus), Grenoble (BlaBlaBus), Amsterdam (FlixBus), and Boulogne (FlixBus).

When arriving

Although many Belgian residents speak English, you'll want to keep in mind that Belgium has three different languages. Dutch (or more precisely, Flemish) is the main language used in the Flanders region. French is the main language used from Brussels to the south of Belgium. In the third region, a small gap between Belgium and Germany called Eupen-Malmedy, the main language is German. You may also want to check the weather before traveling to Belgium. Although the country tends to have frequent rain, it boasts plenty of indoor attractions and cozy cafés to lounge in to keep warm and dry.