How to get from Machelen to Ixelles by bus and train?

From Machelen to Ixelles by bus and train

To get from Machelen to Ixelles in Brussels, take the 65 bus from Machelen station to Bordet Station station. Next, take the IC train from Bordet station to Brussels-Luxembourg station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is €3.10. The bus and train schedule from Machelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ixelles on the Moovit app.

52min€3.10
Bus - 65
65
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Ixelles
Leaves from Machelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machelen
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bordet Station
    ID 5362
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bordet
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Dinant
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels-Luxembourg
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ixelles
    Walk to
    Ixelles
    1.02 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Machelen to Ixelles by bus and subway

To get from Machelen to Ixelles in Brussels, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 65 bus from Machelen station to Madou station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 subway and finally take the 71 bus from Namur Gate station to Fernand Cocq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is €2.10. The bus and train schedule from Machelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ixelles on the Moovit app.

63min€2.10
Bus - 65
65
Subway - 2
Bus - 71
71
Walk to Ixelles
Leaves from Machelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machelen
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madou
    ID 3332
    51 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Madou
    ID 43
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Simonis
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Namur Gate
    ID 45
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Namur Gate
    ID 3518
    130 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Delta
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fernand Cocq
    ID 2928
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ixelles
    Walk to
    Ixelles
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Machelen to Ixelles

The distance between Machelen, Brussels and Ixelles, Brussels is approximately 12.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Machelen to Ixelles by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brussels – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Machelen to Ixelles

To check the bus and train schedule from Machelen to Ixelles using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Machelen) and destination (Ixelles), 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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From Machelen to Ixelles by bus and subway

To get from Machelen to Ixelles in Brussels, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 65 bus from Machelen station to Madou station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 subway and finally take the 71 bus from Namur Gate station to Fernand Cocq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is €2.10. The bus and train schedule from Machelen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ixelles on the Moovit app.

63min€2.10
Bus - 65
65
Subway - 2
Bus - 71
71
Walk to Ixelles
Leaves from Machelen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Machelen
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madou
    ID 3332
    51 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Madou
    ID 43
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Simonis
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Namur Gate
    ID 45
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Namur Gate
    ID 3518
    130 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Delta
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fernand Cocq
    ID 2928
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ixelles
    Walk to
    Ixelles
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Machelen to Ixelles?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line Central Station - Machelen, Train line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Machelen to Ixelles?

    The alternative route takes 63 minutes, using Bus line Central Station - Machelen, Subway line 2, Bus line 71.

  • Is there a direct bus between Machelen and Ixelles?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Machelen to Ixelles?

    The 65 bus line goes from Central Station station near Machelen in Machelen to Bordet Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bordet Station station near Ixelles in Brussels.

  • How long does it take to travel from Machelen to Ixelles by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Machelen in Machelen and Ixelles in Brussels by bus and train is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Machelen to get to Ixelles?

    Get on the 65 bus from the Central Station stop near Machelen in Machelen.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Machelen and Ixelles?

    Get off the bus at the Bordet Station station, which is closest to Ixelles in Brussels.

  • When is the first train from Machelen to Ixelles?

    The first train from Machelen in Machelen to Ixelles in Brussels is Grammont - Mechelen. It leaves the Vilvoorde station at 6:23 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Machelen to Ixelles?

    The ride from Machelen to Ixelles costs €3.10.

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