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How to get from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen by train?

From Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen by train

To get from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen in Belgium, take the IC train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Anvers-Berchem station. Next, take the L train from Anvers-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The train schedule from Brussels Airport-Zaventem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

91min
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Brussels Airport-Zaventem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Anvers-Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Anvers-Berchem
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station Balen
    Ride to train station
    Balen
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen by train via EC and L

To get from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen in Belgium, take the EC train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Anvers-Berchem station. Next, take the L train from Anvers-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The train schedule from Brussels Airport-Zaventem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

121min
Train - EC
EC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Brussels Airport-Zaventem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 2
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Rotterdam Centraal (Nl)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Anvers-Berchem
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 5
    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 Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen

The distance between Brussels Airport-Zaventem, Belgium and Balen, Belgium is approximately 93.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brussels Airport-Zaventem 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 Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen

To check the train schedule from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brussels Airport-Zaventem) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen by train via EC and L

To get from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen in Belgium, take the EC train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station to Anvers-Berchem station. Next, take the L train from Anvers-Berchem station to Balen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The train schedule from Brussels Airport-Zaventem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balen on the Moovit app.

121min
Train - EC
EC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Brussels Airport-Zaventem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 2
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Rotterdam Centraal (Nl)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Anvers-Berchem
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 5
    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 Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen?

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line L.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen?

    The alternative route takes 121 minutes, using Train line EC, Train line L.

  • Is there a direct train between Brussels Airport-Zaventem and Balen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen?

    The IC train line goes from Anvers-Central station near Brussels Airport-Zaventem in Zaventem to Anvers-Berchem station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Anvers-Berchem station near Balen in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Balen by train?

    The total travel time between Brussels Airport-Zaventem in Zaventem and Balen in Belgium by train is about 1 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Brussels Airport-Zaventem to get to Balen?

    Get on the IC train from the Anvers-Central station near Brussels Airport-Zaventem in Zaventem.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Brussels Airport-Zaventem and Balen?

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

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