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 IC train from Diest station to Leuven station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 37 bus from Gate of Hal station to Observatory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 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.

118min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 37
37
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Diest

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Diest
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    23 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Knokke
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gate of Hal
    ID 1801
    420 m • 6 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Linkebeek Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4854
    21 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Diest to Brussels by train

To get from Diest to Brussels in Brussels, take the IC train from Diest station to Leuven station. Next, take the S19 train from Leuven station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 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.

127min
Train - IC
IC
Train - S19
S19
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Diest

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Diest
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - S19S19
    Wait for train
    S19
    Nivelles
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    54 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brussels
    Walk to
    Brussels
    590 m • 8 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 71.99 km, which can typically be travelled in 118 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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From Diest to Brussels by train

To get from Diest to Brussels in Brussels, take the IC train from Diest station to Leuven station. Next, take the S19 train from Leuven station to Saint-Job station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 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.

127min
Train - IC
IC
Train - S19
S19
Walk to Brussels
Leaves from Diest

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Diest
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - S19S19
    Wait for train
    S19
    Nivelles
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Job
    54 min
  • 6
    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 Diest to Brussels?

    The fastest way takes 118 minutes, using Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Train line Knokke - Liege-Guillemins, Bus line Albert - Linkebeek Station.

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

    The alternative route takes 127 minutes, using Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Train line S19.

  • 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 1 hr 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Diest to Brussels?

    The IC train line goes from Antwerp Central station near Diest in Diest to Leuven station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Leuven 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 1 hr 58 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Antwerp Central station near Diest in Diest.

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

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

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