How to get from Balen to Stekene by bus and train?

From Balen to Stekene by bus and train

To get from Balen to Stekene in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Balen station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 43 bus from Sint-Niklaas North Avenue Exit station to Stekene Bormte station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Balen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stekene on the Moovit app.

147min
Train - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4343
Walk to Stekene
Leaves from Balen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balen
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    58 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    La Panne
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Nicolas
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sint-Niklaas North Avenue Exit
    ID 205714
    200 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Moerbeke-Waas Terwest
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stekene Bormte
    ID 205392
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Stekene
    Walk to
    Stekene
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Balen to Stekene by bus and train via L, S34 and 43

To get from Balen to Stekene in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Balen station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S34 train and finally take the 43 bus from Sint-Niklaas North Avenue Exit station to Stekene Bormte station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Balen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stekene on the Moovit app.

147min
Train - L
L
Train - S34
S34
Bus - 4343
Walk to Stekene
Leaves from Balen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balen
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    58 min
  • 4
    Train - S34S34
    Wait for train
    S34
    Dendermonde
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Nicolas
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sint-Niklaas North Avenue Exit
    ID 205714
    200 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Moerbeke-Waas Terwest
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stekene Bormte
    ID 205392
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Stekene
    Walk to
    Stekene
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Balen to Stekene

The distance between Balen, Belgium and Stekene, Belgium is approximately 95.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balen to Stekene 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 Balen to Stekene

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

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Alternative route from Balen to Stekene by bus and train via L, S34 and 43

To get from Balen to Stekene in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the L train from Balen station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S34 train and finally take the 43 bus from Sint-Niklaas North Avenue Exit station to Stekene Bormte station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Balen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stekene on the Moovit app.

147min
Train - L
L
Train - S34
S34
Bus - 4343
Walk to Stekene
Leaves from Balen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balen
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    58 min
  • 4
    Train - S34S34
    Wait for train
    S34
    Dendermonde
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saint-Nicolas
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sint-Niklaas North Avenue Exit
    ID 205714
    200 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Moerbeke-Waas Terwest
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stekene Bormte
    ID 205392
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Stekene
    Walk to
    Stekene
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balen to Stekene?

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Zonhoven, Train line Antwerp Central - De Panne, Bus line 43.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balen to Stekene?

    The alternative route takes 147 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Zonhoven, Train line Antwerp Berchem - Dendermonde, Bus line 43.

  • Is there a direct train between Balen and Stekene in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balen to Stekene in Belgium?

    The L train line goes from Antwerp Central station near Balen to Antwerp-Berchem station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Antwerp-Berchem station near Stekene in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Balen and Stekene in Belgium by train and bus is about 2 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Balen to get to Stekene in Belgium?

    Get on the L train from the Antwerp Central station near Balen in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Balen and Stekene in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Antwerp-Berchem stop, which is closest to Stekene in Belgium.

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