How to travel from Brussels to Bilzen

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Compare bus and train for Brussels to Bilzen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Bilzen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. 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 $11, while a train costs an average of $28.

Distance: 50 miles (82 km)

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$28

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1h 59m

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1h 29m

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2h 5m

Average total duration

1h 35m

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from Brussels to Bilzen

How to get from Brussels to Bilzen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Brussels to Bilzen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    5:20 AM2h05
    Brussels
    7:25 AMBilzen
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    5:20 AM2h05
    Brussels
    7:25 AMBilzen
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:20 AM2h05
    Brussels
    7:25 AMBilzen
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:20 AM2h05
    Brussels
    6:25 AMBilzen
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Brussels to Bilzen

Travel to Bilzen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Bilzen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brussels and Bilzen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Bilzen is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Bilzen:

A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Bilzen costing on average $28 (€23).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Bilzen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to Bilzen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 5m.

The distance from Brussels to Bilzen is approximately 50 miles (82 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Bilzen is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels and Bilzen as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brussels to Bilzen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Central and arrive in Bilzen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) and arrive in Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Bilzen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bilzen by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, SNCB to go to Bilzen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Bilzen with the following travel companies:
  • 18 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Intercity, SNCB.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Bilzen often also extend their vacation to go to Ostend, Antwerp, Liège, Blankenberge, Leuven. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bilzen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bilzen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Bilzen and its attractions like Alden Biesen Castle and the local nature reserves, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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