The average train between Brussels and Elst takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Brussels to Elst. 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 2 hours between Brussels and Elst. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Elst at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Elst. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Elst station via Breda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Brussels to Elst train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Elst train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Elst station.
Book your Brussels to Elst train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Brussels and Elst is 157.6 km. The road distance is 201 km.
You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Elst via Breda in around 3h 30m.