The average train between Paris and Balen takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Paris to Balen. 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 Paris and Balen. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paris is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Balen at 7:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Paris to Balen. However, there are services departing from Paris station and arriving at Balen station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Paris to Balen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.
Paris to Balen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Balen station.
Book your Paris to Balen train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Paris and Balen is 326.5 km. The road distance is 414 km.
You can take a train from Paris Nord to Balen via Anvers-Central in around 3h 58m.