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 one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 37 bus from Observatory station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S41 train from Liège-Guillemins station to Tongeren station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 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.

172min
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Train - IC
IC
Train - S41
S41
Leaves from Observatory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4857
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Gate of Hal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    ID 2778
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Eupen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liège-Guillemins
    61 min
  • 7
    Train - S41S41
    Wait for train
    S41
    Hasselt
  • 8
    Ride to train station Tongeren
    Ride to train station
    Tongeren
    39 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 136.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 172 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 172 minutes, using Bus line 37, Train line IC, Train line S41.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Tongeren?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brussels to Tongeren?

    The 37 bus line goes from Observatory station near Brussels in Brussels to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till South Station station near Tongeren.

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

    The total travel time between Brussels and Tongeren by bus and train is about 2 hr 52 min.

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

    Get on the 37 bus from the Observatory stop near Brussels in Brussels.

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

    Get off the bus at the South Station station, which is closest to Tongeren.

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