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Compare train for Genk to Sint-Gillis
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Genk to Sint-Gillis 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 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, while a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Tickets start at around $8 compared to roughly $24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Genk to Sint-Gillis by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Genk to Sint-Gillis is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

3:06 PM 2h27 Genk 5:33 PM Sint-Gillis $24 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest

3:06 PM 2h27 Genk 5:33 PM Sint-Gillis $24 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest

3:06 PM 2h27 Genk 5:33 PM Sint-Gillis $24 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options

5:06 PM 2h27 Genk 7:33 PM Sint-Gillis $24 1 One-way 1 transfer
6:06 PM 2h27 Genk 8:33 PM Sint-Gillis $24 1 One-way 1 transfer
7:06 PM 2h27 Genk 9:33 PM Sint-Gillis $24 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Genk and Sint-Gillis as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Genk station and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
- Buses mostly depart from Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Sint-Gillis by bus.
- 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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