How to get from Hasselt to Merksplas by bus and train?

From Hasselt to Merksplas by bus and train

To get from Hasselt to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Hasselt station to Lierre 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 3 hr 8 min. The bus and train schedule from Hasselt may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

188min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43B43B
Leaves from Hasselt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    1.41 km • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Station Platform 5
    ID 109804
    160 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
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hasselt to Merksplas by bus and train via IC, IC and 43A

To get from Hasselt to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Hasselt station to Lierre station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 43A bus from Turnhout Station Platform 5 station to Merksplas Pannenhuisstreet station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Hasselt may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

204min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43A43A
Walk to Merksplas
Leaves from Hasselt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    1.41 km • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Station Platform 5
    ID 109804
    160 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 43A43A
    Wait for bus
    43A
    Hoogstraten Van Aertselaer Square
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Pannenhuisstreet
    ID 109630
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merksplas
    Walk to
    Merksplas
    2.22 km • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hasselt to Merksplas

The distance between Hasselt, Belgium and Merksplas, Belgium is approximately 111.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 188 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hasselt to Merksplas 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 Hasselt to Merksplas

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Hasselt to Merksplas by bus and train via IC, IC and 43A

To get from Hasselt to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Hasselt station to Lierre station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 43A bus from Turnhout Station Platform 5 station to Merksplas Pannenhuisstreet station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Hasselt may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

204min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43A43A
Walk to Merksplas
Leaves from Hasselt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hasselt
    1.41 km • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Station Platform 5
    ID 109804
    160 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 43A43A
    Wait for bus
    43A
    Hoogstraten Van Aertselaer Square
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Pannenhuisstreet
    ID 109630
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merksplas
    Walk to
    Merksplas
    2.22 km • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 188 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 43B.

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

    The alternative route takes 204 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 43A.

  • Is there a direct train between Hasselt and Merksplas in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hasselt to Merksplas in Belgium?

    The IC train line goes from Hasselt station near Hasselt to Lierre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Lierre station near Merksplas in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Hasselt and Merksplas in Belgium by train and bus is about 3 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hasselt to get to Merksplas in Belgium?

    Get on the IC train from the Hasselt station near Hasselt in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hasselt and Merksplas in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Lierre stop, which is closest to Merksplas in Belgium.

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