How to get from Vleteren to Balen by bus and train?

From Vleteren to Balen by bus and train

To get from Vleteren to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 50 bus from Oostvleteren Elzendamme station to Ypres Station Platform 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Vleteren may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

390min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5050
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Oostvleteren Elzendamme

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oostvleteren Elzendamme
    ID 504349
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Ypres Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ypres Station Platform 1
    ID 502801
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ypres
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    122 min
  • 7
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 8
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Vleteren to Balen by bus and train via 50, IC and IC

To get from Vleteren to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 50 bus from Oostvleteren Elzendamme station to Ypres Station Platform 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Vleteren may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

390min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5050
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Oostvleteren Elzendamme

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oostvleteren Elzendamme
    ID 504349
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Ypres Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ypres Station Platform 1
    ID 502801
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ypres
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    122 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 8
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vleteren to Balen

The distance between Vleteren, Belgium and Balen, Belgium is approximately 211.15 km, which can typically be travelled in 390 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vleteren to Balen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Vleteren to Balen

To check the bus and train schedule from Vleteren to Balen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Vleteren) and destination (Balen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Vleteren to Balen by bus and train via 50, IC and IC

To get from Vleteren to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 50 bus from Oostvleteren Elzendamme station to Ypres Station Platform 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Vleteren may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

390min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5050
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Oostvleteren Elzendamme

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oostvleteren Elzendamme
    ID 504349
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Ypres Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ypres Station Platform 1
    ID 502801
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ypres
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    122 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 8
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Vleteren to Balen?

    The fastest way takes 390 minutes, using Bus line Oostduinkerke - Veurne - Lo - Oostvleteren - Ypres, Train line Antwerp-Central - Poperinge, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Vleteren to Balen?

    The alternative route takes 390 minutes, using Bus line Oostduinkerke - Veurne - Lo - Oostvleteren - Ypres, Train line Antwerp-Central - Poperinge, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt.

  • Is there a direct bus between Vleteren and Balen in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Vleteren to Balen in Belgium?

    The 50 bus line goes from Oostvleteren Elzendamme station near Vleteren to Ypres Station Platform 1 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Ypres Station Platform 1 station near Balen in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Vleteren and Balen in Belgium by bus and train is about 6 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Vleteren to get to Balen in Belgium?

    Get on the 50 bus from the Oostvleteren Elzendamme stop near Vleteren in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Vleteren and Balen in Belgium?

    Get off the bus at the Ypres Station Platform 1 station, which is closest to Balen in Belgium.

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