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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Diest
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Diest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Diest will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Brussels for Diest every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brussels to Diest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Diest 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 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 52 km
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£11 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brussels to Diest train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Diest trains for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:56 Brussels | 1h13 | 10:09 Diest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 Brussels | 0h54 | 11:34 Diest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:56 Brussels | 1h18 | 12:14 Diest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Brussels to Diest trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs PKP Intercity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for PKP Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) or SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Diest.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare PKP Intercity with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brussels to Diest.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels to Diest
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Trains from Brussels to Diest run on average 19 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 53m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:20 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Brussels to Diest trainsPKP Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Brussels and Diest from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
SNCB
FAQs: Brussels to Diest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Diest by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Diest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Diest
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
- Chabrol Brasserie
- Winok Café
- Félix Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Progress
- Hilton Brussels City
- Hotel Siru
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Metro: Line 3, Line 4
- Tram: Line 25, Line 55
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with limited spaces.
- Restaurant De Groene Munt
- Brasserie De Prins
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Prins van Oranje
- Hotel De Franse Kroon
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Leuven and Antwerp
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to nearby towns
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