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Trip Summary
There are usually 83 daily train trips available from Halle (Saale) to Genk. Traveling by train from Halle (Saale) to Genk usually takes 10 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 8 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 282 mi (454 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 3m |
| Lowest price | $60.57 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Halle (Saale) to Genk?
2 train services operate from Halle to Genk. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 72 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 72 | 10h 6m | $118.73 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 11 | 14h 52m | $127.40 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Halle (Saale) to Genk start from $61, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Genk. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Halle leaves from Halle Messe (Saale) and 5 other stations. And in Genk trains arrive at Bokrijk .
From Halle (Saale) to Genk train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 14 hours and 52 minutes. If you are looking to get to Genk faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 8 hours and 3 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Halle (Saale) and Genk is approximately 282 miles, or 454 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 24 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 3 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Halle (Saale) to Genk. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Halle (Saale) at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 83 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Genk to Halle (Saale).
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Halle (Saale)?
Main departure station: Halle Messe (Saale)
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Halle (Saale) where you can board the train.
All train stations in Halle (Saale):
Halle Messe (Saale)
Halle-Nietleben
Halle Rosengarten
Halle-Ammendorf
Halle Südstadt
Halle-Silberhöhe
Where is the train station in Genk?
Main arrival station: Bokrijk
Genk has one train station.
All train stations in Genk:
Bokrijk
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