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

From Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

To get from Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S34 train from Melsele station to Antwerp-Berchem 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 2 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Melsele may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

135min
Train - S34
S34
Train - L
L
Bus - 2626
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Melsele

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melsele
  • 2
    Train - S34S34
    Wait for train
    S34
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    64 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 Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train via S34, IC and 26

To get from Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S34 train from Melsele station to Antwerp-Berchem 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 2 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Melsele may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

135min
Train - S34
S34
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2626
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Melsele

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melsele
  • 2
    Train - S34S34
    Wait for train
    S34
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    64 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 Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel

The distance between Melsele and Hechtel-Eksel is approximately 87.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 135 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melsele 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 Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train via S34, IC and 26

To get from Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S34 train from Melsele station to Antwerp-Berchem 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 2 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Melsele may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

135min
Train - S34
S34
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2626
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Melsele

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melsele
  • 2
    Train - S34S34
    Wait for train
    S34
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    64 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 Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel?

    The fastest way takes 135 minutes, using Train line Antwerp-Central - Dendermonde, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 26.

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

    The alternative route takes 135 minutes, using Train line Antwerp-Central - Dendermonde, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 26.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Melsele to Hechtel-Eksel?

    The S34 train line goes from Antwerp Central station near Melsele in Beveren to Antwerp-Berchem station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Antwerp-Berchem station near Hechtel-Eksel.

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

    The total travel time between Melsele and Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus is about 2 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the S34 train from the Antwerp Central station near Melsele in Beveren.

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

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

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