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

From Wemmel to Merksplas by bus and train

To get from Wemmel to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R40 bus from Wemmel Market station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the 43B bus from Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1 station to Merksplas Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 35 min. The bus and train schedule from Wemmel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

155min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R40R40
Train - EC
EC
Bus - 43B43B
Walk to Merksplas
Leaves from Wemmel Market

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wemmel Market
    ID 305416
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - R40R40
    Wait for bus
    R40
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Rotterdam Central (NL)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Kempen (Brecht)
    63 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1
    ID 102212
    240 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 43B43B
    Wait for bus
    43B
    Turnhout Market Platform 4
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Colony
    ID 106280
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Merksplas
    Walk to
    Merksplas
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Wemmel to Merksplas by bus and train via R45, EC and 43B

To get from Wemmel to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R45 bus from Wemmel Chapel station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the 43B bus from Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1 station to Merksplas Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Wemmel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

160min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R45R45
Train - EC
EC
Bus - 43B43B
Walk to Merksplas
Leaves from Wemmel Chapel

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wemmel Chapel
    ID 305404
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - R45R45
    Wait for bus
    R45
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Rotterdam Central (NL)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Kempen (Brecht)
    63 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1
    ID 102212
    240 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 43B43B
    Wait for bus
    43B
    Turnhout Market Platform 4
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Colony
    ID 106280
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Merksplas
    Walk to
    Merksplas
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wemmel to Merksplas

The distance between Wemmel, Belgium and Merksplas, Belgium is approximately 99.71 km, which can typically be travelled in 155 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wemmel 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 Wemmel to Merksplas

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

Alternative route from Wemmel to Merksplas by bus and train via R45, EC and 43B

To get from Wemmel to Merksplas in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R45 bus from Wemmel Chapel station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the 43B bus from Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1 station to Merksplas Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Wemmel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merksplas on the Moovit app.

160min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R45R45
Train - EC
EC
Bus - 43B43B
Walk to Merksplas
Leaves from Wemmel Chapel

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wemmel Chapel
    ID 305404
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - R45R45
    Wait for bus
    R45
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Rotterdam Central (NL)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Kempen (Brecht)
    63 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brecht Station Noorderkempen Platform 1
    ID 102212
    240 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 43B43B
    Wait for bus
    43B
    Turnhout Market Platform 4
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merksplas Colony
    ID 106280
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Merksplas
    Walk to
    Merksplas
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 155 minutes, using Bus line (Asse -) Wemmel - Bockstael - Brussels North, Train line Brussels South - Rotterdam Central (NL), Bus line 43B.

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

    The alternative route takes 160 minutes, using Bus line Dendermonde - Merchtem - Brussels North, Train line Brussels South - Rotterdam Central (NL), Bus line 43B.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 35 min.

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

    The R40 bus line goes from Wemmel Market station near Wemmel to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Brussels North Drop-off Point station near Merksplas in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Wemmel and Merksplas in Belgium by bus and train is about 2 hr 35 min.

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

    Get on the R40 bus from the Wemmel Market stop near Wemmel in Belgium.

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

    Get off the bus at the Brussels North Drop-off Point stop, which is closest to Merksplas in Belgium.