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

Machtens to Hechtel-Eksel - Bus Schedule

The 49 bus from Machtens to Hechtel-Eksel runs from 00:13 to 23:58, with departures every 10 min-5 hr 15 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 1 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Machtens to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

To get from Machtens to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 49 bus from Machtens station to South Station 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 3 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Machtens may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

181min
Bus - 49
49
Train - IC
IC
Bus - X19X19
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Machtens

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machtens
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    ID 2531
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Genk
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    80 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 Machtens to Hechtel-Eksel

The distance between Machtens and Hechtel-Eksel is approximately 129.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 181 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Machtens 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 Machtens to Hechtel-Eksel

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

    The fastest way takes 181 minutes, using Bus line 49, Train line IC, Bus line X19.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 1 min.

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

    The 49 bus line goes from South Station near Machtens in Brussels to Brussels South station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Brussels South station near Hechtel-Eksel.

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

    The total travel time between Machtens and Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train is about 3 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the 49 bus from the South Station near Machtens in Brussels.

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

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

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