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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Merchtem is to bus which costs €9 - €20 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Merchtem is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs €16 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lille and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct bus from Lille to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Lille and arriving at Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct train from Lille to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Lille Europe and arriving at Merchtem via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Lille to Merchtem?

The distance between Lille and Merchtem is 129 km. The road distance is 110.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Merchtem without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs €16 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Lille to Merchtem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lille to Merchtem bus from?

Lille to Merchtem bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lille station.

Where do I catch the Lille to Merchtem train from?

Lille to Merchtem train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lille Europe station.

Train or bus from Lille to Merchtem?

The best way to get from Lille to Merchtem is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs €16 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €20 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Lille to Merchtem bus arrive?

Lille to Merchtem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Lille to Merchtem train arrive?

Lille to Merchtem train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Lille to Merchtem?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Merchtem is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Lille to Merchtem.

How do I get a train ticket from Lille to Merchtem?

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Where can I stay near Merchtem?

There are 1790+ hotels available in Merchtem.

Lille to Merchtem - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lille to Merchtem by train (TGV, Eurostar), 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 Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to MerchtemL / ...
1h 20m
€17–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lille to Brussels-North train stationN870 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Merchtem VarkensmarktR45
3h 9m
€9–19
Drive 110.1 km
1. Drive from Lille to Merchtem110.1 km
1h 22m
€17–25

Lille to Merchtem by train

142Weekly Trains

1h 20mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lille to Merchtem.

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Distance: 129.2 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Lille, France and Merchtem, Belgium?

You can take a train from Lille Europe to Merchtem via Bruxelles-Midi in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lille to Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Brussels-North train station and Brussel Noord opstaphalte in around 3h 9m.

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