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

From Brussels to Mons by bus and train

To get from Brussels to Mons you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 60 bus from Observatoire station to Lepoutre station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R36 bus and finally take the IC train from Bruxelles-Midi station to Mons station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Mons on the Moovit app.

81min
Walk to bus stationBus - 60
60
Bus - R36R36
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Observatoire

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatoire
    ID 4857
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Ambiorix Via Maelbeek
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lepoutre
    ID 6406
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ixelles Avenue Lepoutre
    ID 300905
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - R36R36
    Wait for bus
    R36
    Dilbeek Gemeenteplein
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussel Zuid Perron 13
    ID 307943
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bruxelles-Midi
    80 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Mons
  • 9
    Ride to train station Mons
    Ride to train station
    Mons
    48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brussels to Mons by bus and train via 37, 48 and IC

To get from Brussels to Mons you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 37 bus from Observatoire station to Albert station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 48 bus and finally take the IC train from Bruxelles-Midi station to Mons station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Mons on the Moovit app.

101min
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Bus - 48
48
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Observatoire

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatoire
    ID 4857
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Albert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Albert
    ID 2934
    16 min
  • 4
    Bus - 4848
    Wait for bus
    48
    Anneessens
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gare du Midi
    ID 2778
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bruxelles-Midi
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Mons
  • 8
    Ride to train station Mons
    Ride to train station
    Mons
    48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brussels to Mons

The distance between Brussels and Mons is approximately 66.81 km, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brussels to Mons by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Mons – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brussels to Mons

To check the bus and train schedule from Brussels to Mons using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brussels) and destination (Mons), 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 Brussels to Mons by bus and train via 37, 48 and IC

To get from Brussels to Mons you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 37 bus from Observatoire station to Albert station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 48 bus and finally take the IC train from Bruxelles-Midi station to Mons station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Mons on the Moovit app.

101min
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Bus - 48
48
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Observatoire

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatoire
    ID 4857
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Albert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Albert
    ID 2934
    16 min
  • 4
    Bus - 4848
    Wait for bus
    48
    Anneessens
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gare du Midi
    ID 2778
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bruxelles-Midi
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Mons
  • 8
    Ride to train station Mons
    Ride to train station
    Mons
    48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 60, Bus line R36, Train line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 101 minutes, using Bus line 37, Bus line 48, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Mons?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brussels to Mons?

    The 60 bus line goes from Observatoire station near Brussels in Brussel to Ambiorix Via Maelbeek station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Ambiorix Via Maelbeek station near Mons.

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

    The total travel time between Brussels and Mons by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

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

    Get on the 60 bus from the Observatoire stop near Brussels in Brussel.

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

    Get off the bus at the Ambiorix Via Maelbeek station, which is closest to Mons.

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