The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Genk
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
56 m
Buses per day
19
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 €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 19 buses that leave Brussels for Genk on Fri, Nov 28, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 82 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€6 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Genk bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Genk buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 9:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 11:10 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 1:10 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
Flibco | 4:45 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 6:20 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 1h10 | 6:30 AM Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 8:55 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 10:15 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 12:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h50 | 12:45 PM Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 2:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h05 | 4:35 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h55 | 5:10 PM Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:30 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 6:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6011 | 4:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2h00 | 6:55 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 8:45 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Genk
Buses from Brussels to Genk run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 82 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Brussels to GenkYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Genk with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €4. 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.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Genk
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:30-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A, 68 Train: IC
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