The average train between Brussels and CERN takes 7h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to CERN. 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 every 4 hours between Brussels and CERN. The earliest departure is at 8:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 9:16 PM which arrives into CERN at 9:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 7h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Brussels to CERN? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Brussels to CERN. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at CERN station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.
Brussels to CERN train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Brussel-Zuid station.
Brussels to CERN train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Geneve station.
The distance between Brussels and CERN is 528.3 km. The road distance is 819 km.
You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid to CERN via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, Geneve, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 6h 27m.