How to get from Geel to Merksplas by bus?

From Geel to Merksplas by bus

To get from Geel to Merksplas in Belgium, take the 49 bus from Geel Hospital station to Turnhout Market Platform 1 station. Next, take the 43B bus from Turnhout Market Platform 3 station to Merksplas Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The bus schedule from Geel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

105min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4949
Bus - 43B43B
Leaves from Geel Hospital

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geel Hospital
    ID 108978
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Turnhout Station Platform 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Turnhout Market Platform 1
    ID 106234
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Market Platform 3
    ID 106251
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 43B43B
    Wait for bus
    43B
    Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Merksplas Colony
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Colony
    ID 106279
    28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Geel to Merksplas by bus and train

To get from Geel to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Geel station to Herentals station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 43B bus from Turnhout Station Platform 5 station to Merksplas Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The bus schedule from Geel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

113min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43B43B
Leaves from Geel

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Geel
    1.34 km • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herentals
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Station Platform 5
    ID 109804
    150 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 43B43B
    Wait for bus
    43B
    Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Merksplas Colony
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Colony
    ID 106279
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Geel to Merksplas

The distance between Geel, Belgium and Merksplas, Belgium is approximately 30.71 km, which can typically be travelled in 105 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Geel to Merksplas by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Geel to Merksplas

To check the bus schedule from Geel to Merksplas using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Geel) and destination (Merksplas), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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From Geel to Merksplas by bus and train

To get from Geel to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Geel station to Herentals station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 43B bus from Turnhout Station Platform 5 station to Merksplas Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The bus schedule from Geel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

113min
Walk to train stationTrain - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43B43B
Leaves from Geel

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Geel
    1.34 km • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Herentals
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Station Platform 5
    ID 109804
    150 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 43B43B
    Wait for bus
    43B
    Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Merksplas Colony
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Colony
    ID 106279
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Geel to Merksplas?

    The fastest way takes 105 minutes, using Bus line 49, Bus line 43B.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Geel to Merksplas?

    The alternative route takes 113 minutes, using Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Train line IC, Bus line 43B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Geel and Merksplas in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Geel to Merksplas in Belgium?

    The 49 bus line goes from Geel Hospital station near Geel to Turnhout Station Platform 1 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Turnhout Station Platform 1 station near Merksplas in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Geel to Merksplas in Belgium by bus?

    The total travel time between Geel and Merksplas in Belgium by bus is about 1 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Geel to get to Merksplas in Belgium?

    Get on the 49 bus from the Geel Hospital stop near Geel in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Geel and Merksplas in Belgium?

    Get off the bus at the Turnhout Station Platform 1 stop, which is closest to Merksplas in Belgium.

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