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

From Watermael to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

To get from Watermael to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R36 bus from Watermael station to Brussels South Platform 13 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 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Watermael may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

165min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R36R36
Train - IC
IC
Bus - X19X19
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Watermael

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watermael
    ID 300016
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R36R36
    Wait for bus
    R36
    Sint-Agatha-Berchem Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels South Platform 13
    ID 307943
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    80 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tongeren
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 11
    ID 410718
    70 m • 1 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
    35 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 Watermael to Hechtel-Eksel

The distance between Watermael and Hechtel-Eksel is approximately 118.48 km, which can typically be travelled in 165 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Watermael 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 Watermael to Hechtel-Eksel

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

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

    The fastest way takes 165 minutes, using Bus line R36, Train line IC, Bus line X19.

  • Is there a direct bus between Watermael and Hechtel-Eksel?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Watermael to Hechtel-Eksel?

    The R36 bus line goes from Watermael station near Watermael in Brussels to Brussels South Platform 13 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Brussels South Platform 13 station near Hechtel-Eksel.

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

    The total travel time between Watermael and Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train is about 2 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Watermael to get to Hechtel-Eksel?

    Get on the R36 bus from the Watermael stop near Watermael in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Watermael and Hechtel-Eksel?

    Get off the bus at the Brussels South Platform 13 stop, which is closest to Hechtel-Eksel.

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