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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Merkem is to bus and line 78 bus and train which costs €18 - €26 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Merkem is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €23 - €35.

How far is it from Leuven to Merkem?

The distance between Leuven and Merkem is 160 km. The road distance is 150.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Merkem without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs €19 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Leuven to Merkem, including transfers.

Can I drive from Leuven to Merkem?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Merkem is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Leuven to Merkem.

Where can I stay near Merkem?

There are 3017+ hotels available in Merkem.

Leuven to Merkem - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 78 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Leuven to Merkem by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to DixmudeIc / ...
3h 34m
€19–28
Bus, line 78 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Ghent DampoortN84
2. Take the bus from Gent Dampoort to Deinze Station perron 178 / ...
3. Take the train from Deinze to DixmudeIc / ...
5h 16m
€18–26
Drive 150.9 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Merkem150.9 km
1h 51m
€24–34

Leuven to Merkem by train and bus

109Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.5 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Louvain to Merkem Stationshuis via Gand-Saint-Pierre, Dixmude, and Diksmuide Station perron 6 in around 3h 34m.

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