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

From Diest to Brussels by bus and train

To get from Diest to Brussels you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Diest station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the 37 bus from South Station station to Observatory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The bus and train schedule from Diest may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

167min
Train - L
L
Train - EC
EC
Bus - 37
37
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Diest

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Diest
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    61 min
  • 4
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Brussels South
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    52 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Station
    ID 2780
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Linkebeek Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4854
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    320 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Diest to Brussels

The distance between Diest and Brussels is approximately 105.91 km, which can typically be travelled in 167 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Diest to Brussels by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brussels – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Diest to Brussels

To check the bus and train schedule from Diest to Brussels using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Diest) 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 167 minutes, using Train line L, Train line EC, Bus line 37.

  • Is there a direct train between Diest and Brussels?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 47 min.

  • Which train line goes from Diest to Brussels?

    The L train line goes from Antwerp-Berchem station near Diest in Diest to Brussels South station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Brussels South station near Brussels.

  • How long does it take to travel from Diest to Brussels by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Diest and Brussels by train and bus is about 2 hr 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Diest to get to Brussels?

    Get on the L train from the Antwerp-Berchem station near Diest in Diest.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Diest and Brussels?

    Get off the train at the Brussels South stop, which is closest to Brussels.

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