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

From Turnhout to Brussels by bus and train

To get from Turnhout to Brussels you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 2 bus from Turnhout Graatakker station to Turnhout Station Merodel Avenue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S5 train from Hal station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

152min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 22
Train - IC
IC
Train - S5
S5
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Turnhout Graatakker

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Graatakker
    ID 109398
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Turnhout Market Platform 4
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Turnhout Station Merodel Avenue
    ID 108634
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Turnhout
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    La Louvière-South
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hal
    96 min
  • 7
    Train - S5S5
    Wait for train
    S5
    Mechelen
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    590 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Turnhout to Brussels by bus and train via 33, IC and S5

To get from Turnhout to Brussels you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 33 bus from Turnhout Graatakker station to Herentals Station Drop-off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S5 train from Hal station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 57 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

177min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3333
Train - IC
IC
Train - S5
S5
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Turnhout Graatakker

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Graatakker
    ID 108909
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Herentals Station Drop-off
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Herentals Station Drop-off
    ID 109665
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Herentals
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    La Louvière-South
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hal
    78 min
  • 7
    Train - S5S5
    Wait for train
    S5
    Mechelen
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    590 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Turnhout to Brussels

The distance between Turnhout and Brussels is approximately 108.14 km, which can typically be travelled in 152 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Turnhout 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 Turnhout to Brussels

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

Alternative route from Turnhout to Brussels by bus and train via 33, IC and S5

To get from Turnhout to Brussels you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 33 bus from Turnhout Graatakker station to Herentals Station Drop-off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S5 train from Hal station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 57 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brussels on the Moovit app.

177min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3333
Train - IC
IC
Train - S5
S5
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Turnhout Graatakker

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Graatakker
    ID 108909
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Herentals Station Drop-off
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Herentals Station Drop-off
    ID 109665
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Herentals
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    La Louvière-South
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hal
    78 min
  • 7
    Train - S5S5
    Wait for train
    S5
    Mechelen
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    590 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 152 minutes, using Bus line Market - Den Brand - Market, Train line La Louvière South - Turnhout, Train line Grammont - Mechelen.

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

    The alternative route takes 177 minutes, using Bus line 33, Train line La Louvière South - Turnhout, Train line Grammont - Mechelen.

  • Is there a direct bus between Turnhout and Brussels?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Turnhout to Brussels?

    The 2 bus line goes from Turnhout Graatakker station near Turnhout in Turnhout to Turnhout Market Platform 4 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Turnhout Market Platform 4 station near Brussels.

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

    The total travel time between Turnhout and Brussels by bus and train is about 2 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Turnhout to get to Brussels?

    Get on the 2 bus from the Turnhout Graatakker stop near Turnhout in Turnhout.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Turnhout and Brussels?

    Get off the bus at the Turnhout Market Platform 4 station, which is closest to Brussels.