How to get from Puurs to Merchtem by bus and train?

From Puurs to Merchtem by bus and train

To get from Puurs to Merchtem in Belgium, take the 26 bus from Puurs Station station to Dendermonde Station Platform 5 station. Next, take the S10 train from Dendermonde station to Merchtem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Puurs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merchtem on the Moovit app.

81min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2626
Train - S10
S10
Leaves from Puurs Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Puurs Station
    ID 107813
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Dendermonde Station Platform 5
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dendermonde Station Platform 5
    ID 207860
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dendermonde
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S10S10
    Wait for train
    S10
    Aalst
  • 6
    Ride to train station Merchtem
    Ride to train station
    Merchtem
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Puurs to Merchtem by train

To get from Puurs to Merchtem in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the L train from Puurs station to Mechelen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the P train and finally take the S3 train from Brussels North station to Merchtem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Puurs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merchtem on the Moovit app.

78min
Train - L
L
Train - P
P
Train - S3
S3
Leaves from Puurs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Puurs
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Leuven
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - PP
    Wait for train
    P
    Brussels South
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Dendermonde
  • 7
    Ride to train station Merchtem
    Ride to train station
    Merchtem
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Puurs to Merchtem

The distance between Puurs, Belgium and Merchtem, Belgium is approximately 31.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Puurs to Merchtem by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Puurs to Merchtem

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

To get from Puurs to Merchtem in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the L train from Puurs station to Mechelen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the P train and finally take the S3 train from Brussels North station to Merchtem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Puurs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merchtem on the Moovit app.

78min
Train - L
L
Train - P
P
Train - S3
S3
Leaves from Puurs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Puurs
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Leuven
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - PP
    Wait for train
    P
    Brussels South
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    19 min
  • 6
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Dendermonde
  • 7
    Ride to train station Merchtem
    Ride to train station
    Merchtem
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Puurs to Merchtem?

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 26, Train line Aalst - Dendermonde.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Puurs to Merchtem?

    The alternative route takes 78 minutes, using Train line Leuven - Saint-Nicolas, Train line Brussels South - Neerpelt, Train line Denderleeuw - Dendermonde.

  • Is there a direct bus between Puurs and Merchtem in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Puurs to Merchtem in Belgium?

    The 26 bus line goes from Puurs Station station near Puurs to Dendermonde Station Platform 5 station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Dendermonde Station Platform 5 station near Merchtem in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Puurs to Merchtem in Belgium by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Puurs and Merchtem in Belgium by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Puurs to get to Merchtem in Belgium?

    Get on the 26 bus from the Puurs Station stop near Puurs in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Puurs and Merchtem in Belgium?

    Get off the bus at the Dendermonde Station Platform 5 station, which is closest to Merchtem in Belgium.

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