The average train between Belgium and Xanten takes 5h and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Belgium to Xanten. 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 Belgium and Xanten. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belgium is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Xanten at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Gare Du Nord and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 29m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Belgium to Xanten? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Belgium to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Belgium station and arriving at Xanten station via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Belgium to Xanten train services, operated by STIB, depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Belgium to Xanten train services, operated by STIB, arrive at Xanten Bahnhof station.
The distance between Belgium and Xanten is 168.4 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a vehicle from Bourse to Xanten Bahnhof via Gare Du Nord, Brussels-Nord, Köln Hbf, and Duisburg Hbf in around 4h 41m.