How to get from Mons to Balen by train?

From Mons to Balen by train

To get from Mons to Balen in Belgium, take the IC train from Mons station to Hasselt station. Next, take the L train from Hasselt station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

178min
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tongeren
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    119 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Mol
  • 5
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Mons to Balen by bus and train

To get from Mons to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the IC train from Mons station to Diest station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 15 bus and finally take the 28 bus from Oostham Heroes Square station to Balen Market station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 59 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

179min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 1515
Bus - 2828
Walk to Balen
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tongeren
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    104 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Diest Station Platform 3
    ID 307105
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oostham School Street
    ID 402795
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oostham Heroes Square
    ID 406717
    200 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Mol Station Platform 6
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Balen Market
    ID 170222
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Balen
    Walk to
    Balen
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mons to Balen

The distance between Mons, Belgium and Balen, Belgium is approximately 180.25 km, which can typically be travelled in 178 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mons to Balen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Mons to Balen

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

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From Mons to Balen by bus and train

To get from Mons to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the IC train from Mons station to Diest station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 15 bus and finally take the 28 bus from Oostham Heroes Square station to Balen Market station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 59 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

179min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 1515
Bus - 2828
Walk to Balen
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tongeren
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    104 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Diest Station Platform 3
    ID 307105
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oostham School Street
    ID 402795
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oostham Heroes Square
    ID 406717
    200 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Mol Station Platform 6
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Balen Market
    ID 170222
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Balen
    Walk to
    Balen
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 178 minutes, using Train line Quiévrain - Tongeren, Train line L.

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

    The alternative route takes 179 minutes, using Train line Quiévrain - Tongeren, Bus line 15, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct train between Mons and Balen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Mons to Balen?

    The IC train line goes from Tongeren station near Mons in Mons to Hasselt station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Hasselt station near Balen in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mons to Balen by train?

    The total travel time between Mons in Mons and Balen in Belgium by train is about 2 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Mons to get to Balen?

    Get on the IC train from the Tongeren station near Mons in Mons.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Mons and Balen?

    Get off the train at the Hasselt station, which is closest to Balen in Belgium.

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