How to get from Farciennes to Balen by train?

From Farciennes to Balen by train

To get from Farciennes to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S61 train from Farciennes station to Charleroi Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 42 min. The train schedule from Farciennes may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

282min
Train - S61
S61
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Farciennes

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Farciennes
  • 2
    Train - S61S61
    Wait for train
    S61
    Fleurus
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Charleroi Central
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    103 min
  • 6
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 7
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Farciennes to Balen by bus and train

To get from Farciennes to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 35 bus from Farciennes Monument station to Charleroi Central Station - Platform 19 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 53 min. The train schedule from Farciennes may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

293min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3535
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Farciennes Monument

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Farciennes Monument
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3535
    Wait for bus
    35
    Charleroi Central Station - Platform 19
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Charleroi Central Station - Platform 19
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Charleroi Central
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    103 min
  • 7
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 8
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Farciennes to Balen

The distance between Farciennes, Belgium and Balen, Belgium is approximately 167.7 km, which can typically be travelled in 282 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Farciennes to Balen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Farciennes to Balen

To check the train schedule from Farciennes to Balen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Farciennes) and destination (Balen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Farciennes to Balen by bus and train

To get from Farciennes to Balen in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 35 bus from Farciennes Monument station to Charleroi Central Station - Platform 19 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 53 min. The train schedule from Farciennes may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

293min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3535
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Farciennes Monument

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Farciennes Monument
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3535
    Wait for bus
    35
    Charleroi Central Station - Platform 19
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Charleroi Central Station - Platform 19
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Charleroi Central
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    103 min
  • 7
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 8
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Farciennes to Balen?

    The fastest way takes 282 minutes, using Train line S61, Train line IC, Train line L.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Farciennes to Balen?

    The alternative route takes 293 minutes, using Bus line 35, Train line IC, Train line L.

  • Is there a direct train between Farciennes and Balen in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Farciennes to Balen in Belgium?

    The S61 train line goes from Charleroi Central station near Farciennes to Antwerp-Berchem station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Antwerp-Berchem station near Balen in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Farciennes to Balen in Belgium by train?

    The total travel time between Farciennes and Balen in Belgium by train is about 4 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Farciennes to get to Balen in Belgium?

    Get on the S61 train from the Charleroi Central station near Farciennes in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Farciennes and Balen in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Antwerp-Berchem station, which is closest to Balen in Belgium.

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