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

From Opwijk to Merksplas by bus and train

To get from Opwijk to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S3 train from Opwijk station to Brussels North 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 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Opwijk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

181min
Train - S3
S3
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43B43B
Leaves from Opwijk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Opwijk
  • 2
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Denderleeuw
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    69 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

Alternative route from Opwijk to Merksplas by bus and train via S10, IC and 43B

To get from Opwijk to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S10 train from Opwijk station to Brussels South 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 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Opwijk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

196min
Train - S10
S10
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43B43B
Leaves from Opwijk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Opwijk
  • 2
    Train - S10S10
    Wait for train
    S10
    Aalst
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    36 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    80 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 Opwijk to Merksplas

The distance between Opwijk, Belgium and Merksplas, Belgium is approximately 109.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 181 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Opwijk 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 Opwijk to Merksplas

To check the bus and train schedule from Opwijk to Merksplas using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Opwijk) 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 Opwijk to Merksplas by bus and train via S10, IC and 43B

To get from Opwijk to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S10 train from Opwijk station to Brussels South 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 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Opwijk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

196min
Train - S10
S10
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 43B43B
Leaves from Opwijk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Opwijk
  • 2
    Train - S10S10
    Wait for train
    S10
    Aalst
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    36 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Turnhout
    80 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 Opwijk to Merksplas?

    The fastest way takes 181 minutes, using Train line Denderleeuw - Dendermonde, Train line IC, Bus line 43B.

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

    The alternative route takes 196 minutes, using Train line Aalst - Dendermonde, Train line IC, Bus line 43B.

  • Is there a direct train between Opwijk 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 1 min.

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

    The S3 train line goes from Denderleeuw station near Opwijk to Brussels North station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Brussels North station near Merksplas in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Opwijk and Merksplas in Belgium by train and bus is about 3 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the S3 train from the Denderleeuw station near Opwijk in Belgium.

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

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

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