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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Genk
Cheapest price on Sep 09
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 09
€16
Fastest journey on Sep 09
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 09
1 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 09
13
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Genk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Genk will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Wed, Sep 09, we found 13 buses from Brussels to Genk, including 13 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 09 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Sep 09 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus6:20 AM1h10Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)7:30 AMHasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein€61One-way0 transfers- FlixBus10:30 PM1h45Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)12:15 AMHasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein€71One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:15 PM1h55Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)6:10 PMHasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein€71One-way0 transfers
Flibco12:30 AM1h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)2:10 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)€171One-way0 transfers- Flibco10:00 PM1h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)11:40 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:20 AM1h10Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)7:30 AMHasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein€61One-way0 transfers
- Flibco12:30 AM1h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)2:10 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)€171One-way0 transfers
- Flibco10:00 PM1h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)11:40 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)€171One-way0 transfers
- Flibco6:15 AM1h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)7:55 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:30 PM1h45Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)12:15 AMHasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein€71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brussels to Genk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Genk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 82 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Genk:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Genk costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Genk take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 38m.
Live departures
Brussels to Genk bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Genk buses for today, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flibco | 11:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 1:25 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 1:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 3:10 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 3:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h05 | 5:20 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h55 | 6:10 PM Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 5:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 7:25 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 8:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 10:00 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 10:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 11:40 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h45 | 12:15 AM Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 9 | |||||
| Flibco | 12:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 2:10 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 6:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 7:55 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:20 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 1h10 | 7:30 AM Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 7:45 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 9:40 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 9:45 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 11:40 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Genk.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Genk.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Genk
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Buses from Brussels to Genk run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 82 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Flibco from Brussels to GenkYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Genk with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Flibco for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Genk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Genk by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Genk
Most Brussels to Genk buses use the Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) to Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Genk bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Brussels station do buses to Genk leave from?
Getting to Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) from Brussels city centre
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) is 6 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) bus station facilities and services
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) from Brussels city centre
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) bus station facilities and services
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
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