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

From Mechelen to Hasselt by bus and train

To get from Mechelen to Hasselt in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Mechelen station to Leuven station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the X18 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 10 station to Hasselt Dusart Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hasselt on the Moovit app.

116min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Bus - X18X18
Walk to Hasselt
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
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    52 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 10
    ID 410717
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - X18X18
    Wait for bus
    X18
    Lommel Vreyshorring
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Dusart Square
    ID 403041
    2 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hasselt
    Walk to
    Hasselt
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Mechelen to Hasselt by bus and train via L, IC and 2

To get from Mechelen to Hasselt in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Mechelen station to Leuven station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 2 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 1 station to Hasselt Dusart Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hasselt on the Moovit app.

118min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Hasselt
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
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    52 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 1
    ID 403104
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hasselt Station Platform 1
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Dusart Square
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hasselt
    Walk to
    Hasselt
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mechelen to Hasselt

The distance between Mechelen, Belgium and Hasselt, Belgium is approximately 87.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mechelen to Hasselt 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 Hasselt

To check the bus and train schedule from Mechelen to Hasselt using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mechelen) and destination (Hasselt), 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 Hasselt by bus and train via L, IC and 2

To get from Mechelen to Hasselt in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Mechelen station to Leuven station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 2 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 1 station to Hasselt Dusart Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The bus and train schedule from Mechelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hasselt on the Moovit app.

118min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 22
Walk to Hasselt
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
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    52 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 1
    ID 403104
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hasselt Station Platform 1
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hasselt Dusart Square
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hasselt
    Walk to
    Hasselt
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Train line Leuven - Saint-Nicolas, Train line IC, Bus line X18.

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

    The alternative route takes 118 minutes, using Train line Leuven - Saint-Nicolas, Train line IC, Bus line Boulevard Shuttle.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Mechelen and Hasselt in Belgium by train and bus is about 1 hr 56 min.

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

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

  • When is the first train from Mechelen to Hasselt in Belgium?

    The first train from Mechelen to Hasselt in Belgium is Antwerp-Central - Hasselt. It leaves the Mechelen station at 7:08 AM.

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