The average train between Brussels and Kerkrade takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Kerkrade. 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 3 hours between Brussels and Kerkrade. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Kerkrade at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Aachen Hbf and take an average of 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brussels to Kerkrade? 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 Brussels to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Kerkrade station via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Brussels to Kerkrade train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Kerkrade train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Landgraaf station.
Book your Brussels to Kerkrade train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Arriva NL and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Brussels and Kerkrade is 120.3 km. The road distance is 173 km.
You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Kerkrade Centrum via Aachen Hbf and Landgraaf in around 2h 5m.