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

From Mechelen to Dessel by bus and train

To get from Mechelen to Dessel in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Malines station to Lierre station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 47 bus from Mol Station Perron 4 station to Dessel Kuilstraat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dessel on the Moovit app.

96min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4747
Walk to Dessel
Leaves from Malines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Malines
    610 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hamont
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mol
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mol Station Perron 4
    ID 107606
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Turnhout Station Perron 2
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dessel Kuilstraat
    ID 107581
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Dessel
    Walk to
    Dessel
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mechelen to Dessel

The distance between Mechelen, Belgium and Dessel, Belgium is approximately 67.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mechelen to Dessel 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 Dessel

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

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 47.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Malines station near Mechelen to Turnhout station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Turnhout station near Dessel in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Mechelen and Dessel in Belgium by train and bus is about 1 hr 36 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Malines station near Mechelen in Belgium.

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

    Get off the train at the Turnhout stop, which is closest to Dessel in Belgium.

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