How to get from Gistel to Brussels by bus and train?

From Gistel to Brussels by bus and train

To get from Gistel to Brussels in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 50 bus from Gistel Kruiskalsijde station to Ostend Station Platform 8 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S1 train from Brussels South station to Uccle-Calevoet station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Gistel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

139min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5050
Train - IC
IC
Train - S1
S1
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Gistel Kruiskalsijde

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    ID 506107
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Ostend Station Platform 9
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ostend Station Platform 8
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ostend
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    70 min
  • 7
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Nivelles
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Uccle-Calevoet
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Gistel to Brussels by bus and train via 51, IC and S1

To get from Gistel to Brussels in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Gistel Kruiskalsijde station to Ostend Station Platform 8 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S1 train from Brussels South station to Uccle-Calevoet station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 48 min. The bus and train schedule from Gistel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

168min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - IC
IC
Train - S1
S1
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Gistel Kruiskalsijde

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    ID 506107
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Ostend Station Platform 9
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ostend Station Platform 8
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ostend
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    70 min
  • 7
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Nivelles
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Uccle-Calevoet
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Gistel to Brussels

The distance between Gistel, Belgium and Brussels, Belgium is approximately 131.49 km, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gistel to Brussels 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 Gistel to Brussels

To check the bus and train schedule from Gistel to Brussels using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gistel) and destination (Brussels), 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 Gistel to Brussels by bus and train via 51, IC and S1

To get from Gistel to Brussels in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Gistel Kruiskalsijde station to Ostend Station Platform 8 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S1 train from Brussels South station to Uccle-Calevoet station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 48 min. The bus and train schedule from Gistel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

168min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - IC
IC
Train - S1
S1
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Gistel Kruiskalsijde

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    ID 506107
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Ostend Station Platform 9
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ostend Station Platform 8
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ostend
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    70 min
  • 7
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Nivelles
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Uccle-Calevoet
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gistel to Brussels?

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Bus line Koekelare - Eernegem - Westkerke - Gistel - Ostend, Train line Eupen - Ostend, Train line Antwerp Central - Nivelles.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gistel to Brussels?

    The alternative route takes 168 minutes, using Bus line Torhout - Eernegem - Westkerke - Gistel - Ostend Station, Train line Eupen - Ostend, Train line Antwerp Central - Nivelles.

  • Is there a direct bus between Gistel and Brussels in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Gistel to Brussels in Belgium?

    The 50 bus line goes from Gistel Kruiskalsijde station near Gistel to Ostend Station Platform 9 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Ostend Station Platform 9 station near Brussels in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Gistel and Brussels in Belgium by bus and train is about 2 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Gistel to get to Brussels in Belgium?

    Get on the 50 bus from the Gistel Kruiskalsijde stop near Gistel in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Gistel and Brussels in Belgium?

    Get off the bus at the Ostend Station Platform 9 station, which is closest to Brussels in Belgium.

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