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

From Brussels to Tongeren by bus and train

To get from Brussels to Tongeren you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S9 train from Saint-Job station to Louvain station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 23 bus from Sint-Truiden Station Perron 4 station to Tongeren Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tongeren on the Moovit app.

161min
Walk to train stationTrain - S9
S9
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2323
Walk to Tongeren
Leaves from Saint-Job

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Saint-Job
    750 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Landen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Louvain
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Trond
    34 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sint-Truiden Station Perron 4
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Tongeren Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tongeren Station
    ID 408540
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tongeren
    Walk to
    Tongeren
    Maastrichtersteenweg
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brussels to Tongeren by bus and train via S9, IC and BUS

To get from Brussels to Tongeren you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S9 train from Saint-Job station to Louvain station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the BUS bus from Hasselt station to Tongres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tongeren on the Moovit app.

170min
Walk to train stationTrain - S9
S9
Train - IC
IC
Bus - BUSBUS
Leaves from Saint-Job

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Saint-Job
    750 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Landen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Louvain
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    52 min
  • 6
    Bus - BUSBUS
    Wait for bus
    BUS
    Tongres
  • 7
    Ride to bus station Tongres
    Ride to bus station
    Tongres
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brussels to Tongeren

The distance between Brussels and Tongeren is approximately 104.12 km, which can typically be travelled in 161 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brussels to Tongeren by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Tongeren – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brussels to Tongeren

To check the bus and train schedule from Brussels to Tongeren using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brussels) and destination (Tongeren), 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 Brussels to Tongeren by bus and train via S9, IC and BUS

To get from Brussels to Tongeren you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S9 train from Saint-Job station to Louvain station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the BUS bus from Hasselt station to Tongres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tongeren on the Moovit app.

170min
Walk to train stationTrain - S9
S9
Train - IC
IC
Bus - BUSBUS
Leaves from Saint-Job

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Saint-Job
    750 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Landen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Louvain
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    52 min
  • 6
    Bus - BUSBUS
    Wait for bus
    BUS
    Tongres
  • 7
    Ride to bus station Tongres
    Ride to bus station
    Tongres
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 161 minutes, using Train line S9, Train line IC, Bus line 23.

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

    The alternative route takes 170 minutes, using Train line S9, Train line IC, Bus line BUS.

  • Is there a direct train between Brussels and Tongeren?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from Brussels to Tongeren?

    The S9 train line goes from Saint-Job station near Brussels in Brussel to Landen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Landen station near Tongeren.

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

    The total travel time between Brussels and Tongeren by train and bus is about 2 hr 41 min.

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

    Get on the S9 train from the Saint-Job station near Brussels in Brussel.

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

    Get off the train at the Landen stop, which is closest to Tongeren.