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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Genk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 128 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Genk:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Genk costing on average £52.
Other travel options to Genk take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 6m.
Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-25.37. The journey takes 2h 36m versus 2h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Genk from Rotterdam by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Rotterdam to Genk is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Genk are Brussels, Antwerp, Liège, Ghent and Leuven. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Genk on Omio.
Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.
Antwerp is known for diamonds, fashion and the baroque legacy of Rubens. Its compact centre pairs grand guild houses and lively squares with a creative, modern waterfront.
Liège is a lively Walloon city on the Meuse, known for its industrial heritage and strong food culture. Historic streets, busy markets and the Montagne de Bueren give it an energetic, down-to-earth character.
Ghent is known for its canals, medieval centre and lively student atmosphere. Historic quays, Gravensteen and Saint Bavo's Cathedral give the city a cultured yet relaxed character.
Leuven is known for its historic university, brewing heritage and energetic student life. Its Gothic centre, led by the Grote Markt and Town Hall, feels grand yet easy-going.
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This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Genk:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Genk costing on average £52.
Other travel options to Genk take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 6m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Genk as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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