How to get from Merchtem to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Merchtem to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the R45 bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt station to Brussel Noord Afstaphalte station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Aarschot station to Zichem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min.

136min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R45R45
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Merchtem Varkensmarkt
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merchtem Varkensmarkt
    ID 303865
    860 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - R45R45
    Wait for bus
    R45
    Brussel Noord Afstaphalte
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussel Noord Afstaphalte
    ID 303916
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bruxelles-Nord
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tongres
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aarschot
    24 min
  • 7
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Hasselt
  • 8
    Ride to train station Zichem
    Ride to train station
    Zichem
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merchtem to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem
The distance between Merchtem, Belgium and Scherpenheuvel-Zichem, Belgium is approximately 71.84 km, which can typically be travelled in 136 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merchtem to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Merchtem

Merchtem is located at Merchtem, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Merchtem Station.

Train stations close to Merchtem:

  • Mollem
  • Opwijk

Bus stations close to Merchtem:

  • Merchtem Station
  • Merchtem Technische School
  • Merchtem Mieregem
Public transit stations close to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem, Belgium

Scherpenheuvel-Zichem is located at Scherpenheuvel-Zichem, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Zichem Kerk.

Train stations close to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem:

  • Zichem
  • Testelt
  • Diest

Bus stations close to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem:

  • Zichem Kerk
  • Zichem Station
  • Zichem Weg Naar Diest
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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Merchtem to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem?

    The fastest way takes 136 minutes, using Bus line R45, Bus line IC, Bus line L.

  • Is there a direct bus between Merchtem and Scherpenheuvel-Zichem in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Merchtem to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem in Belgium?

    The R45 bus line goes from Merchtem Varkensmarkt station near Merchtem to Brussel Noord Afstaphalte station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Brussel Noord Afstaphalte station near Scherpenheuvel-Zichem in Belgium

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

    The total travel time between Merchtem and Scherpenheuvel-Zichem in Belgium by bus and train is about 2 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Merchtem to get to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem in Belgium?

    Get on the R45 bus from the Merchtem Varkensmarkt stop near Merchtem in Belgium.

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

    Get off the bus at the Brussel Noord Afstaphalte station, which is closest to Scherpenheuvel-Zichem in Belgium.

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