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

From Machelen to Berchem by bus and train

To get from Machelen to Berchem in Antwerpen, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 82 bus from Machelen Church station to Vilvoorde Station Platform 5 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S1 train and finally take the IC train from Mechelen station to Antwerp-Berchem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The bus and train schedule from Machelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Berchem on the Moovit app.

65min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8282
Train - S1
S1
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Berchem
Leaves from Machelen Church

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Machelen Church
    ID 305910
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Mechelen Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vilvoorde Station Platform 5
    ID 304933
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Vilvoorde
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Antwerp Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    13 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Berchem
    Walk to
    Berchem
    Berchem, 2600 Antwerpen, België
    1.23 km • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Machelen to Berchem

The distance between Machelen, Antwerpen and Berchem, Antwerpen is approximately 35.94 km, which can typically be travelled in 65 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Machelen 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 Machelen to Berchem

To check the bus and train schedule from Machelen to Berchem using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Machelen) 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 65 minutes, using Bus line 82, Train line S1, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Machelen and Berchem?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Machelen to Berchem?

    The 82 bus line goes from Machelen Church station near Machelen in Machelen to Vilvoorde Station 5 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Vilvoorde Station 5 station near Berchem in Antwerpen.

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

    The total travel time between Machelen in Machelen and Berchem in Antwerpen by bus and train is about 1 hr 5 min.

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

    Get on the 82 bus from the Machelen Church stop near Machelen in Machelen.

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

    Get off the bus at the Vilvoorde Station 5 station, which is closest to Berchem in Antwerpen.

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