The average train between Rotterdam and Balen takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam and Balen. The earliest departure is at 6:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotterdam is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Balen at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Balen. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam station and arriving at Balen station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Rotterdam to Balen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.
Rotterdam to Balen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Balen station.
Book your Rotterdam to Balen train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Rotterdam and Balen is 96.5 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Balen via Anvers-Central in around 2h 26m.