How to get from Mons to Diest by train?

From Mons to Diest by train

To get from Mons to Diest in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Mons station to Brussels South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Leuven station to Diest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Diest on the Moovit app.

146min
Train - IC
IC
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
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    45 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    28 min
  • 6
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 7
    Ride to train station Diest
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Mons to Diest by train via IC, IC and IC

To get from Mons to Diest in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Mons station to Brussels South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Lierre station to Diest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Diest on the Moovit app.

164min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    45 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    47 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 7
    Ride to train station Diest
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mons to Diest

The distance between Mons, Belgium and Diest, Belgium is approximately 124.86 km, which can typically be travelled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mons to Diest 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 Diest

To check the train schedule from Mons to Diest using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mons) and destination (Diest), 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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Alternative route from Mons to Diest by train via IC, IC and IC

To get from Mons to Diest in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Mons station to Brussels South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Lierre station to Diest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The train schedule from Mons may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Diest on the Moovit app.

164min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Mons

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mons
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    45 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    47 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 7
    Ride to train station Diest
    Ride to train station
    Diest
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Train line L Hasselt - Leuven.

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

    The alternative route takes 164 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt.

  • Is there a direct train between Mons and Diest?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from Mons to Diest?

    The IC train line goes from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station near Mons in Mons to Brussels South station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Brussels South station near Diest in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Mons in Mons and Diest in Belgium by train is about 2 hr 26 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Brussels Airport-Zaventem station near Mons in Mons.

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

    Get off the train at the Brussels South station, which is closest to Diest in Belgium.

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