The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brussels to Genk
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brussels to Genk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Genk will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 13 buses that leave Brussels for Genk every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus16:151h55Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)18:10Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein£71One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:301h45Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)0:15Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein£71One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:201h10Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)7:30Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein£71One-way0 changes
Flibco7:451h55Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)9:40Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)£161One-way0 changes
Flibco6:151h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)7:55Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:201h10Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)7:30Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein£71One-way0 changes
Flibco6:151h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)7:55Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)£161One-way0 changes
Flibco22:001h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)23:40Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)£191One-way0 changes
Flibco0:301h40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)2:10Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:301h45Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)0:15Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Brussels to Genk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Genk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 82 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Genk bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Genk coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 0:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 2:10 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 6:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 7:55 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 1h10 | 7:30 Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 7:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 9:40 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 9:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 11:40 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 11:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 13:25 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 13:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 15:10 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 15:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h05 | 17:20 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:15 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h55 | 18:10 Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 17:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 19:25 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 20:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 22:00 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 22:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h40 | 23:40 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h45 | 0:15 Hasselt, Monseigneur Broekxplein | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Brussels to Genk coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Genk.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brussels to Genk.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Genk.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Brussels to Genk.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Genk
Buses from Brussels to Genk run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 82 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Flibco from Brussels to GenkYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Genk with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Flibco for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Brussels to Genk coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Genk by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Genk
- 06:30-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: A, 68 Train: IC
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
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