What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Merksem?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Merksem is to bus and line 60 bus which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Merksem?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Merksem is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Merksem?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Merksem. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Merksem Oudebareel via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Merksem?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Anvers-Luchtbal. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Brussels to Merksem?

The distance between Brussels and Merksem is 47 km. The road distance is 50 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Merksem without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Merksem without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs €6 - €10.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Merksem?

The train from Brussels-North to Anvers-Luchtbal takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Merksem bus from?

Brussels to Merksem bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Merksem train from?

Brussels to Merksem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Merksem?

The best way to get from Brussels to Merksem is to train which takes 41 min and costs €6 - €10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 60 bus, which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Brussels to Merksem bus arrive?

Brussels to Merksem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Brussels to Merksem train arrive?

Brussels to Merksem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Luchtbal station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Merksem?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Merksem is 50 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Brussels to Merksem.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Merksem?

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Where can I stay near Merksem?

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Brussels to Merksem - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Merksem by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
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1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-Luchtbaltrain Ic / ...
41 min
€6–10
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 817 / ...
2. Take the bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5 to Merksem Oudebareelbus 60 / ...
1h 32m
€7–9
Drive 50 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Merksemcar 50 km
39 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brussels to Merksemtaxi 50 km
39 min
€120–160
Train, line 2 tram
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the tram from Antwerpen Diamant Metro Perron B to Merksem Oudebareeltram 2
1h 5m
€9–27

Brussels to Merksem by train

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Distance: 46.9 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Merksem, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-Luchtbal hourly. Tickets cost €6–10 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels-North train station to Merksem Oudebareel via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5 in around 1h 32m.

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