The average train between Balen and Brussels takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Balen to Brussels. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Balen and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balen is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Brussels at 5:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Balen to Brussels. However, there are services departing from Balen station and arriving at Brussels station via Hasselt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Balen to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Balen station.
Balen to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Central station.
Book your Balen to Brussels train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Balen and Brussels is 67.5 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Balen to Bruxelles-Central via Hasselt in around 2h 4m.