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Three ways to Travel from Bruges to Balen

Composite routes from Bruges to Balen

Cheapest
1 h 42 min
Car
149 km.
from $8
Other
3 h 11 min
134 km.
from $38.80
4 h 34 min
134 km.
from $30.02

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bruges to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$17.69

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3 to Turnhout
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.01

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruges to Anvers-Berchem
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.90–$20.21
Train from Anvers-Berchem to Mol
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.21–$12.00

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Balen is to bus which costs $18.48 - $22.83 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Balen is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Balen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Balen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Balen Markt via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3, Turnhout Station perron 2 and Mol Station perron 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Balen?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Balen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Balen via Anvers-Berchem and Mol. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Bruges to Balen?

The distance between Bruges and Balen is 176 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Balen without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Bruges to Balen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Balen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bruges to Balen train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Balen?

The best way to get from Bruges to Balen is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $22.83 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Bruges to Balen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bruges to Balen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bruges to Balen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Balen is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Bruges to Balen.

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

Book your Bruges to Balen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Balen?

There are 401+ hotels available in Balen. Prices start at $56.74 per night.
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