How to get from Machtens to Berchem by bus and train?

From Machtens to Berchem by bus and train

To get from Machtens to Berchem in Antwerpen, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 49 bus from Machtens station to Simonis station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 714 bus and finally take the IC train from Brussels North station to Antwerp-Berchem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The bus and train schedule from Machtens may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Berchem on the Moovit app.

73min
Bus - 49
49
Bus - 714714
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Berchem
Leaves from Machtens

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machtens
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Simonis
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Simonis
    ID 1286
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Koekelberg Simonis
    ID 300953
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 714714
    Wait for bus
    714
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to Berchem
    Walk to
    Berchem
    Berchem, 2600 Antwerpen, België
    1.32 km • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Machtens to Berchem by bus and train via R29, IC and 90

To get from Machtens to Berchem in Antwerpen, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R29 bus from Anderlecht Prince of Liege station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 90 bus from Berchem Station Platform 31 station to Berchem Post Court Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Machtens may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Berchem on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R29R29
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 9090
Walk to Berchem
Leaves from Anderlecht Prince of Liege

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Anderlecht Prince of Liege
    ID 310661
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - R29R29
    Wait for bus
    R29
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Berchem Station Platform 31
    ID 101301
    100 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    Lier Cattle Market Platform 5
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Berchem Post Court Bridge
    ID 104690
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Berchem
    Walk to
    Berchem
    Berchem, 2600 Antwerpen, België
    570 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Machtens to Berchem

The distance between Machtens, Antwerpen and Berchem, Antwerpen is approximately 48.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Machtens to Berchem by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Antwerpen – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Machtens to Berchem

To check the bus and train schedule from Machtens to Berchem using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Machtens) and destination (Berchem), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Machtens to Berchem by bus and train via R29, IC and 90

To get from Machtens to Berchem in Antwerpen, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R29 bus from Anderlecht Prince of Liege station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 90 bus from Berchem Station Platform 31 station to Berchem Post Court Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Machtens may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Berchem on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R29R29
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 9090
Walk to Berchem
Leaves from Anderlecht Prince of Liege

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Anderlecht Prince of Liege
    ID 310661
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - R29R29
    Wait for bus
    R29
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Berchem Station Platform 31
    ID 101301
    100 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    Lier Cattle Market Platform 5
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Berchem Post Court Bridge
    ID 104690
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Berchem
    Walk to
    Berchem
    Berchem, 2600 Antwerpen, België
    570 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Machtens to Berchem?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line South Station - Simonis, Bus line Express Bus Aalst - Asse - Brussels North, Train line Antwerp Central - Charleroi Central.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Machtens to Berchem?

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Bus line Dilbeek Zuurweide - Brussels North, Train line Antwerp Central - Charleroi Central, Bus line Berchem Station - Mortsel - Lier.

  • Is there a direct bus between Machtens and Berchem?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Machtens to Berchem?

    The 49 bus line goes from Simonis station near Machtens in Brussels to Simonis station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Simonis station near Berchem in Antwerpen.

  • How long does it take to travel from Machtens to Berchem by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Machtens in Brussels and Berchem in Antwerpen by bus and train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Machtens to get to Berchem?

    Get on the 49 bus from the Simonis stop near Machtens in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Machtens and Berchem?

    Get off the bus at the Simonis station, which is closest to Berchem in Antwerpen.

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