How to get from Merchtem to Genk by bus and train?

From Merchtem to Genk by bus and train

To get from Merchtem to Genk in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S3 train from Merchtem station to Brussels North station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 12 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 7 station to Hasselt Sand Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The bus and train schedule from Merchtem may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Genk on the Moovit app.

159min
Train - S3
S3
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 1212
Walk to Genk
Leaves from Merchtem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Merchtem
  • 2
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Denderleeuw
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 7
    ID 403116
    20 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Genk Station Platform 11
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Sand Street
    ID 403426
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Genk
    Walk to
    Genk
    1.05 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Merchtem to Genk by bus and train via S10, IC and 12

To get from Merchtem to Genk in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S10 train from Merchtem station to Brussels South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 12 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 7 station to Hasselt Sand Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The bus and train schedule from Merchtem may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Genk on the Moovit app.

174min
Train - S10
S10
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 1212
Walk to Genk
Leaves from Merchtem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Merchtem
  • 2
    Train - S10S10
    Wait for train
    S10
    Aalst
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    81 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 7
    ID 403116
    20 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Genk Station Platform 11
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Sand Street
    ID 403426
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Genk
    Walk to
    Genk
    1.05 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merchtem to Genk

The distance between Merchtem, Belgium and Genk, Belgium is approximately 118 km, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merchtem to Genk 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 Merchtem to Genk

To check the bus and train schedule from Merchtem to Genk using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Merchtem) and destination (Genk), 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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Alternative route from Merchtem to Genk by bus and train via S10, IC and 12

To get from Merchtem to Genk in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S10 train from Merchtem station to Brussels South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 12 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 7 station to Hasselt Sand Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The bus and train schedule from Merchtem may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Genk on the Moovit app.

174min
Train - S10
S10
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 1212
Walk to Genk
Leaves from Merchtem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Merchtem
  • 2
    Train - S10S10
    Wait for train
    S10
    Aalst
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    81 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 7
    ID 403116
    20 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Genk Station Platform 11
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Sand Street
    ID 403426
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Genk
    Walk to
    Genk
    1.05 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Merchtem to Genk?

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Train line Denderleeuw - Dendermonde, Train line Ghent-Saint-Pierre - Genk, Bus line 12.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Merchtem to Genk?

    The alternative route takes 174 minutes, using Train line Aalst - Dendermonde, Train line Ghent-Saint-Pierre - Genk, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Merchtem and Genk in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Merchtem to Genk in Belgium?

    The S3 train line goes from Denderleeuw station near Merchtem to Brussels North station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Brussels North station near Genk in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Merchtem and Genk in Belgium by train and bus is about 2 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Merchtem to get to Genk in Belgium?

    Get on the S3 train from the Denderleeuw station near Merchtem in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Merchtem and Genk in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Brussels North stop, which is closest to Genk in Belgium.

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