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

From Machelen to Hechtel-Eksel by bus and train

To get from Machelen to Hechtel-Eksel you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Vilvoorde 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 39 min. The bus and train schedule from Machelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hechtel-Eksel on the Moovit app.

159min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - X19X19
Walk to Hechtel-Eksel
Leaves from Vilvoorde

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Vilvoorde
    1.87 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 11
    ID 410718
    70 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - X19X19
    Wait for bus
    X19
    Neerpelt Station Platform 1
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hechtel Beekeeper Street
    ID 410485
    33 min
  • 9
    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 Machelen to Hechtel-Eksel

The distance between Machelen and Hechtel-Eksel is approximately 135.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Machelen 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 Machelen to Hechtel-Eksel

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

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line X19.

  • Is there a direct train between Machelen 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 39 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Vilvoorde station near Machelen in Machelen 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 Machelen to Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Machelen and Hechtel-Eksel by train and bus is about 2 hr 39 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Vilvoorde station near Machelen in Machelen.

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

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

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