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Best day trips from Mons

The most popular day trips from Mons are Brussels, Ghent, Charleroi, Bruges, and Namur. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journeyfrom Mons on Omio.

A view of Brussels

Day trip from Mons to Brussels

Why visit Brussels for the day?

Brussels is a multilingual capital known for the Grand-Place, EU institutions, and a strong comics tradition. Historic squares, Art Nouveau buildings, and its culture of chocolate, beer, waffles, and frites give the city a distinctive everyday character.

How to get from Mons to Brussels?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mons to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $19.

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A view of Ghent

Day trip from Mons to Ghent

Why visit Ghent for the day?

Ghent blends medieval canals and grand old buildings with the everyday buzz of a student city. Known for Gravensteen castle and Saint Bavo's Cathedral, it feels historic, creative, and easygoing.

How to get from Mons to Ghent?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mons to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $17.

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A view of Charleroi

Day trip from Mons to Charleroi

Why visit Charleroi for the day?

Charleroi is a post-industrial Walloon city known for coal and steel history and bold street art. Former factory districts, museums, and new cultural spaces give it a gritty, down-to-earth feel.

How to get from Mons to Charleroi?

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Mons to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $19.

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A view of Bruges

Day trip from Mons to Bruges

Why visit Bruges for the day?

Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets, and remarkably preserved medieval center. Gothic landmarks, Flemish art, and a calm, walkable atmosphere define the city.

How to get from Mons to Bruges?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mons to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $49.

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A view of Namur

Day trip from Mons to Namur

Why visit Namur for the day?

Namur is the capital of Wallonia, known for its citadel above the meeting of the Meuse and Sambre. Its compact center blends historic streets, river views, and a relaxed local atmosphere.

How to get from Mons to Namur?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mons to Namur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $17.

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About Mons

The beautiful city of Mons evokes a sense of history and majesty with its Gothic style architecture, important buildings, memorials and military museums dating back to World War II. The city is also dotted with art galleries and colourful markets. Famous for the Battle of Mons and the legend of the Angels of Mons, angelic warriors who appeared to British soldiers at a crucial moment of battle against German forces, this city is an interesting and evocative travel destination. It also offers modern conveniences, spas and good retail and banking facilities for travellers.

How to Get to Mons

Flights to Mons

The Zaventem airport is the city's main airport and is located 50 minutes from the city centre. The airport connects passengers with 41 long-haul destinations and 163 short-haul destinations. A second airport, the Brussels South Charleroi airport is located 30 minutes from Mons and it connects travellers with 100 international destinations. Travel to Mons is simple and travellers can use the rail system, taxis, busses, airport or private shuttles to reach the city centre from the airport. City Airport Taxis and Tinker Taxis offer reliable airport transfers.

Trains to Mons

Two Belgian rail trains leave Mons station every hour and connect Brussels with Mons. A daily Thalys train runs from Paris to Mons. Travellers who are in possession of the Thalys "any Belgian station" pass may travel to Mons from Düsseldorf, Cologne, Aachen and Rotterdam. Mons is 10 minutes walk from the rail station. Buses and private taxis are available.

Buses to Mons

Mons is serviced by approximately 21 bus lines connect the city with neighbouring cities. Bus services within the city are operated by TEC. Bus stops are dotted across the city, starting from the station.

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