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

From Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

To get from Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel in Hechtel-Eksel, take the IC train from Antwerp Central station to Neerpelt station. Next, take the X19 bus from Neerpelt Station Platform 1 station to Hechtel Beekeeper Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Antwerp may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

126min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - X19X19
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Antwerp Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Antwerp Central
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hamont
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Neerpelt
    80 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Neerpelt Station Platform 1
    ID 406931
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - X19X19
    Wait for bus
    X19
    Hasselt Station Platform 11
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Beekeeper Street
    ID 410484
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
    Walk to
    Hechtel-Eksel
    Ekselsebaan
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train via L, 26 and X19

To get from Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the L train from Antwerp Central station to Bourg-Leopold station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 26 bus and finally take the X19 bus from Hechtel Intersection station to Hechtel Beekeeper Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Antwerp may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

122min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Bus - 2626
Bus - X19X19
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Antwerp Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Antwerp Central
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    70 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1
    ID 405604
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Maaseik Bospoort Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Welsh Guard Square
    ID 407345
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hechtel Intersection
    ID 410569
    170 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - X19X19
    Wait for bus
    X19
    Neerpelt Station Platform 1
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Beekeeper Street
    ID 410485
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
    Walk to
    Hechtel-Eksel
    Ekselsebaan
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel

The distance between Antwerp and Hechtel-Eksel is approximately 92.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel

To check the bus and train schedule from Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Antwerp) 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 Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train via L, 26 and X19

To get from Antwerp to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the L train from Antwerp Central station to Bourg-Leopold station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 26 bus and finally take the X19 bus from Hechtel Intersection station to Hechtel Beekeeper Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Antwerp may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

122min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Bus - 2626
Bus - X19X19
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Antwerp Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Antwerp Central
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bourg-Leopold
    70 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leopoldsburg Station Platform 1
    ID 405604
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Maaseik Bospoort Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Welsh Guard Square
    ID 407345
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hechtel Intersection
    ID 410569
    170 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - X19X19
    Wait for bus
    X19
    Neerpelt Station Platform 1
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Beekeeper Street
    ID 410485
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
    Walk to
    Hechtel-Eksel
    Ekselsebaan
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Hamont, Bus line X19.

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

    The alternative route takes 122 minutes, using Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 26, Bus line X19.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Antwerp Central station near Antwerp in Antwerpen to Hamont station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hamont station near Hechtel-Eksel.

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

    The total travel time between Antwerp and Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Antwerp Central station near Antwerp in Antwerpen.

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

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

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