The average train between Boom and Genk takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Boom to Genk. 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 Boom and Genk. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boom is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Genk at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Berchem and take an average of 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Boom to Genk. However, there are services departing from Boom station and arriving at Genk station via Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Boom to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Boom station.
Boom to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Hasselt station.
Book your Boom to Genk train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Boom and Genk is 80.2 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Boom to Genk via Anvers-Berchem and Hasselt in around 2h 40m.