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How to get from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken by bus?

From Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken by bus

To get from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken in Belgium, take the X19 bus from Houthalen Center station to Hasselt Trade School station. Next, take the 4 bus from Hasselt Trade School station to Alken Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The bus schedule from Houthalen-Helchteren may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Alken on the Moovit app.

55min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X19X19
Bus - 44
Walk to Alken
Leaves from Houthalen Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Houthalen Center
    ID 409315
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X19X19
    Wait for bus
    X19
    Hasselt Station Platform 11
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Trade School
    ID 403085
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Alken Library
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alken Station
    ID 400118
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to Alken
    Walk to
    Alken
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken by bus and train

To get from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken in Belgium, take the X18 bus from Houthalen Center station to Hasselt Station Platform 10 station. Next, take the IC train from Hasselt station to Alken station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The bus schedule from Houthalen-Helchteren may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Alken on the Moovit app.

42min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X18X18
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Houthalen Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Houthalen Center
    ID 409315
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X18X18
    Wait for bus
    X18
    Hasselt Station Platform 10
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 10
    ID 410717
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Blankenberge
  • 6
    Ride to train station Alken
    Ride to train station
    Alken
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken

The distance between Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium and Alken, Belgium is approximately 25.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken

To check the bus schedule from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Houthalen-Helchteren) and destination (Alken), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken by bus and train

To get from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken in Belgium, take the X18 bus from Houthalen Center station to Hasselt Station Platform 10 station. Next, take the IC train from Hasselt station to Alken station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The bus schedule from Houthalen-Helchteren may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Alken on the Moovit app.

42min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X18X18
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Houthalen Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Houthalen Center
    ID 409315
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X18X18
    Wait for bus
    X18
    Hasselt Station Platform 10
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 10
    ID 410717
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Blankenberge
  • 6
    Ride to train station Alken
    Ride to train station
    Alken
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line X19, Bus line 4.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken?

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line X18, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Houthalen-Helchteren and Alken in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken in Belgium?

    The X19 bus line goes from Houthalen Center station near Houthalen-Helchteren to Hasselt Station Platform 11 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hasselt Station Platform 11 station near Alken in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Houthalen-Helchteren to Alken in Belgium by bus?

    The total travel time between Houthalen-Helchteren and Alken in Belgium by bus is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Houthalen-Helchteren to get to Alken in Belgium?

    Get on the X19 bus from the Houthalen Center stop near Houthalen-Helchteren in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Houthalen-Helchteren and Alken in Belgium?

    Get off the bus at the Hasselt Station Platform 11 stop, which is closest to Alken in Belgium.

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