How to get from Genk to Aalst by bus and train?

From Genk to Aalst by bus and train

To get from Genk to Aalst in Belgium, take the 12 bus from Hasselt Zandstraat station to Hasselt Station Perron 7 station. Next, take the IC train from Hasselt station to Alost station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min.

134min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Hasselt Zandstraat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Zandstraat
    ID 403427
    1.12 km • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Hasselt Station Perron 7
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Station Perron 7
    ID 403116
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Gand-Saint-Pierre
  • 6
    Ride to train station Alost
    Ride to train station
    Alost
    95 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Genk to Aalst by bus and train via 36A and IC

To get from Genk to Aalst in Belgium, take the 36A bus from Diepenbeek Plompaertstraat station to Hasselt Station Perron 8 station. Next, take the IC train from Hasselt station to Alost station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min.

156min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 36A36A
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Diepenbeek Plompaertstraat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Diepenbeek Plompaertstraat
    ID 401501
    1.9 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Bus - 36A36A
    Wait for bus
    36A
    Hasselt Station Perron 8
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Station Perron 8
    ID 403115
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Gand-Saint-Pierre
  • 6
    Ride to train station Alost
    Ride to train station
    Alost
    95 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Genk to Aalst

The distance between Genk, Belgium and Aalst, Belgium is approximately 118.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 134 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Genk to Aalst by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Genk

Genk is located at Genk, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Hasselt Zandstraat.

Train stations close to Genk:

  • Kiewit
  • Bokrijk

Bus stations close to Genk:

  • Hasselt Zandstraat
  • Diepenbeek Bewel

Public transit stations close to Aalst, Belgium

Aalst is located at Aalst, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Aalst De Wolfkaai.

Train stations close to Aalst:

  • Erembodegem
  • Alost
  • Alost Kerrebroek

Bus stations close to Aalst:

  • Aalst De Wolfkaai
  • Aalst Station Perron 4
  • Aalst Station Perron 5

Related Routes

Alternative route from Genk to Aalst by bus and train via 36A and IC

To get from Genk to Aalst in Belgium, take the 36A bus from Diepenbeek Plompaertstraat station to Hasselt Station Perron 8 station. Next, take the IC train from Hasselt station to Alost station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min.

156min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 36A36A
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Diepenbeek Plompaertstraat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Diepenbeek Plompaertstraat
    ID 401501
    1.9 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Bus - 36A36A
    Wait for bus
    36A
    Hasselt Station Perron 8
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Station Perron 8
    ID 403115
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Gand-Saint-Pierre
  • 6
    Ride to train station Alost
    Ride to train station
    Alost
    95 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Genk to Aalst?

    The fastest way takes 134 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Genk to Aalst?

    The alternative route takes 156 minutes, using Bus line 36A, Bus line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Genk and Aalst in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Genk to Aalst in Belgium?

    The 12 bus line goes from Hasselt Zandstraat station near Genk to Hasselt Station Perron 7 station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Hasselt Station Perron 7 station near Aalst in Belgium

  • How long does it take to travel from Genk to Aalst in Belgium by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Genk and Aalst in Belgium by bus and train is about 2 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Genk to get to Aalst in Belgium?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Hasselt Zandstraat stop near Genk in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Genk and Aalst in Belgium?

    Get off the bus at the Hasselt Station Perron 7 station, which is closest to Aalst in Belgium.

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