How to get from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train?

From Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

To get from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Turnhout station to Herentals station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the L train and finally take the 26 bus from Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1 station to Hechtel Welsh Guard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

116min
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Bus - 2626
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Turnhout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Turnhout
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    La Louvière-South
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herentals
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1
    ID 405604
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Maaseik Bospoort Platform 2
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Welsh Guard Square
    ID 407345
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
    Walk to
    Hechtel-Eksel
    Ekselsebaan
    1.44 km • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train via IC, IC and 26

To get from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Turnhout station to Herentals station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 26 bus from Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1 station to Hechtel Welsh Guard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

116min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2626
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Turnhout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Turnhout
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    La Louvière-South
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herentals
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1
    ID 405604
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Maaseik Bospoort Platform 2
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Welsh Guard Square
    ID 407345
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
    Walk to
    Hechtel-Eksel
    Ekselsebaan
    1.44 km • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel

The distance between Turnhout and Hechtel-Eksel is approximately 61.79 km, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Hechtel-Eksel – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel

To check the bus and train schedule from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Turnhout) and destination (Hechtel-Eksel), 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 Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train via IC, IC and 26

To get from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Turnhout station to Herentals station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 26 bus from Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1 station to Hechtel Welsh Guard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus and train schedule from Turnhout may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

116min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2626
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Turnhout

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Turnhout
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    La Louvière-South
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herentals
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1
    ID 405604
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Maaseik Bospoort Platform 2
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Welsh Guard Square
    ID 407345
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
    Walk to
    Hechtel-Eksel
    Ekselsebaan
    1.44 km • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel?

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Train line La Louvière South - Turnhout, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 26.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel?

    The alternative route takes 116 minutes, using Train line La Louvière South - Turnhout, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 26.

  • Is there a direct train between Turnhout and Hechtel-Eksel?

    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 Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel?

    The IC train line goes from La Louvière-South station near Turnhout in Turnhout to Herentals station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Herentals station near Hechtel-Eksel.

  • How long does it take to travel from Turnhout to Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Turnhout and Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus is about 1 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Turnhout to get to Hechtel-Eksel?

    Get on the IC train from the La Louvière-South station near Turnhout in Turnhout.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Turnhout and Hechtel-Eksel?

    Get off the train at the Herentals stop, which is closest to Hechtel-Eksel.

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