How to get from Mechelen to Bierbeek by bus and train?

From Mechelen to Bierbeek by bus and train

To get from Mechelen to Bierbeek in Belgium, take the L train from Mechelen station to Leuven station. Next, take the 60 bus from Leuven Station Platform 5 station to Lovenjoel Special Way station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bierbeek on the Moovit app.

69min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Bus - 6060
Walk to Bierbeek
Leaves from Mechelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mechelen
    610 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Leuven
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 5
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Roosbeek Green Street
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovenjoel Special Way
    ID 310094
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bierbeek
    Walk to
    Bierbeek
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Mechelen to Bierbeek by bus and train via IC, IC and 60

To get from Mechelen to Bierbeek in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Mechelen station to Brussels North station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 60 bus from Leuven Station Platform 5 station to Lovenjoel Special Way station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bierbeek on the Moovit app.

77min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 6060
Walk to Bierbeek
Leaves from Mechelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mechelen
    610 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 5
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Roosbeek Green Street
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovenjoel Special Way
    ID 310094
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Bierbeek
    Walk to
    Bierbeek
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mechelen to Bierbeek

The distance between Mechelen, Belgium and Bierbeek, Belgium is approximately 30.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mechelen to Bierbeek by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Mechelen to Bierbeek

To check the bus and train schedule from Mechelen to Bierbeek using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mechelen) and destination (Bierbeek), 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 Mechelen to Bierbeek by bus and train via IC, IC and 60

To get from Mechelen to Bierbeek in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Mechelen station to Brussels North station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 60 bus from Leuven Station Platform 5 station to Lovenjoel Special Way station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bierbeek on the Moovit app.

77min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 6060
Walk to Bierbeek
Leaves from Mechelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mechelen
    610 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Charleroi Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leuven
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leuven Station Platform 5
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Roosbeek Green Street
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovenjoel Special Way
    ID 310094
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Bierbeek
    Walk to
    Bierbeek
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Mechelen to Bierbeek?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Train line Leuven - Saint-Nicolas, Bus line 60.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Mechelen to Bierbeek?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Charleroi Central, Train line Kortrijk - Welkenraedt, Bus line 60.

  • Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Bierbeek in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Mechelen to Bierbeek in Belgium?

    The L train line goes from Mechelen station near Mechelen to Leuven station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Leuven station near Bierbeek in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mechelen to Bierbeek in Belgium by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Mechelen and Bierbeek in Belgium by train and bus is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Mechelen to get to Bierbeek in Belgium?

    Get on the L train from the Mechelen station near Mechelen in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Mechelen and Bierbeek in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Leuven stop, which is closest to Bierbeek in Belgium.

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