The average train between Hasselt and Merchtem takes 1h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Hasselt to Merchtem. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Hasselt and Merchtem. The earliest departure is at 4:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Hasselt is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Merchtem at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hasselt to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Hasselt station and arriving at Merchtem station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.
Hasselt to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Hasselt station.
Hasselt to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Merchtem station.
Book your Hasselt to Merchtem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Hasselt and Merchtem is 77.4 km. The road distance is 105 km.
You can take a train from Hasselt to Merchtem via Brussels-Nord in around 1h 57m.