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

From Mechelen to Bilzen by bus and train

To get from Mechelen to Bilzen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Mechelen station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 62 bus from Tongeren Station Perron 1 station to Millen Highway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 5 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bilzen on the Moovit app.

185min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 6262
Walk to Bilzen
Leaves from Mechelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mechelen
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Essen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tongeren
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tongeren
    96 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tongeren Station Perron 1
    ID 410760
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 6262
    Wait for bus
    62
    Maastricht Station Platform D
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Millen Highway
    ID 407675
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Bilzen
    Walk to
    Bilzen
    3.24 km • 41 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mechelen to Bilzen

The distance between Mechelen, Belgium and Bilzen, Belgium is approximately 131.1 km, which can typically be travelled in 185 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mechelen to Bilzen 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 Bilzen

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

    The fastest way takes 185 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 62.

  • Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Bilzen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 5 min.

  • Which train line goes from Mechelen to Bilzen?

    The IC train line goes from Antwerp-Berchem station near Mechelen in Mechelen to Tongeren station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Tongeren station near Bilzen in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mechelen to Bilzen by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Mechelen in Mechelen and Bilzen in Belgium by train and bus is about 3 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Mechelen to get to Bilzen?

    Get on the IC train from the Antwerp-Berchem station near Mechelen in Mechelen.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Mechelen and Bilzen?

    Get off the train at the Tongeren stop, which is closest to Bilzen in Belgium.

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