The average train between Zaventem and Merchtem takes 1h 4m and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is a train service every few hours from Zaventem 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 Zaventem and Merchtem. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zaventem is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Merchtem at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

44 min • 1 change

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44 min • 1 change

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44 min • 1 change

44 min • 1 change

44 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Zaventem to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Zaventem station and arriving at Merchtem station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.
Zaventem to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Zaventem station.
Zaventem to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Merchtem station.
Book your Zaventem to Merchtem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Zaventem and Merchtem is 18.8 km. The road distance is 37 km.
You can take a train from Zaventem to Merchtem via Brussels-Nord in around 1h 10m.