How to get from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train?

Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel - Train Schedule

The IC train from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel runs from 07:36 to 21:36, with departures every 1 hr-12 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 54 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

To get from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ghent-Dampoort station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the X19 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 11 station to Hechtel Beekeeper Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The bus and train schedule from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

174min

X19

Leaves from Ghent-Dampoort

Step by Step

1
Walk to train station
Ghent-Dampoort
1.87 km • 24 min
2
IC
Wait for train
IC
Antwerp Central
3
Ride to train station
Antwerp-Berchem
41 min
4
IC
Wait for train
IC
Hasselt
5
Ride to train station
Hasselt
53 min
6
Walk to bus station
Hasselt Station Platform 11
ID 410718
70 m • 1 min
7
X19
Wait for bus
X19
Neerpelt Station Platform 1
8
Ride to bus station
Hechtel Beekeeper Street
ID 410485
35 min
9
Walk to
Hechtel-Eksel
Ekselsebaan
500 m • 7 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel

The distance between Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) and Hechtel-Eksel is approximately 160.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 174 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) 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 Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel

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

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel?
The fastest way takes 174 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line X19.
Is there a direct train between Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) 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 54 min.
Which train line goes from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel?
The IC train line goes from Ghent-Dampoort station near Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) in Gent 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 Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus?
The total travel time between Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) and Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus is about 2 hr 54 min.
Where do I get on the train near Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to get to Hechtel-Eksel?
Get on the IC train from the Ghent-Dampoort station near Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) in Gent.
Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) and Hechtel-Eksel?
Get off the train at the Antwerp-Berchem stop, which is closest to Hechtel-Eksel.

Last updated on October 31, 2026

How to get from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train?

Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel - Train Schedule

From Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

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Public transit directions from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel

Bus And Train schedule from Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) to Hechtel-Eksel

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Is there a direct train between Ghent Trade Square (Sun Street) and Hechtel-Eksel?

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