What is the cheapest way to get from Leuven to Merchtem?

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Merchtem is to line 91 bus and line 21 bus which costs €6 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Merchtem?

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Merchtem is to drive which takes 32 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B and arriving at Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Machelen Cargo Discount P1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Merchtem via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Leuven to Merchtem?

The distance between Leuven and Merchtem is 56 km. The road distance is 41.1 km.

How do I travel from Leuven to Merchtem without a car?

The best way to get from Leuven to Merchtem without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €11 - €14.

How long does it take to get from Leuven to Merchtem?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Leuven to Merchtem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Merchtem bus from?

Leuven to Merchtem bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Merchtem train from?

Leuven to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Merchtem?

The best way to get from Leuven to Merchtem is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €11 - €14. Alternatively, you can line 91 bus and line 21 bus, which costs €6 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Leuven to Merchtem bus arrive?

Leuven to Merchtem bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Machelen Cargo Discount P1 station.

Where does the Leuven to Merchtem train arrive?

Leuven to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Merchtem?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Merchtem is 41 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Leuven to Merchtem.

Where can I stay near Merchtem?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Merchtem.

Leuven to Merchtem - 4 ways to travel via train, line 91 bus, and line 21 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Leuven to Merchtem by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Brussels-NordIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to MerchtemS10 / ...
1h 15m
€11–13
Line 91 bus, line 21 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B to Machelen Cargo Discount P191
2. Take the bus from Machelen Cargo Discount P1 to Merchtem Varkensmarkt21
2h 8m
€6
Drive 41.1 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Merchtem41.1 km
32 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leuven to Merchtem41.1 km
32 min
€100–130

Leuven to Merchtem by train

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1h 15mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.6 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Merchtem, Belgium?

You can take a train from Louvain to Merchtem via Brussels-Nord in around 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron B to Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Machelen Cargo Discount P1 in around 2h 8m.

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