The average train between Brussels and Kessel takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Kessel. 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 Kessel. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Kessel at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Liège-Guillemins and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 49m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Brussels to Kessel? 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 Kessel. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Kessel station via Liege-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Brussels to Kessel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Brussels to Kessel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Roermond station.
Book your Brussels to Kessel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Arriva NL and 2 other operators.
The distance between Brussels and Kessel is 129 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Reuver via Liège-Guillemins, Maastricht, and Roermond in around 2h 48m.