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

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Merchtem is to bus and line 21 bus which costs €9 - €15 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Merchtem is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct bus from Maastricht to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct train from Maastricht to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Merchtem via Liège-Guillemins and Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Maastricht to Merchtem?

The distance between Maastricht and Merchtem is 149 km. The road distance is 120.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Maastricht to Merchtem without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €21 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Maastricht to Merchtem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Merchtem bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Merchtem train from?

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

Train or bus from Maastricht to Merchtem?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Merchtem is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €21 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 21 bus, which costs €9 - €15 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Maastricht to Merchtem bus arrive?

Maastricht to Merchtem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels Zaventem Airport station.

Where does the Maastricht to Merchtem train arrive?

Maastricht to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Maastricht to Merchtem?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Merchtem is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Maastricht to Merchtem.

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

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Where can I stay near Merchtem?

There are 1891+ hotels available in Merchtem.

Maastricht to Merchtem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 21 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maastricht to Merchtem 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 Maastricht to Liège-GuilleminsS43 / ...
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Brussels-NordIc / ...
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to MerchtemS10 / ...
2h 30m
€21–117
Bus, line 21 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Brussels Zaventem Airport829 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B to Merchtem Varkensmarkt21
3h 1m
€9–14
Drive 120.3 km
1. Drive from Maastricht to Merchtem120.3 km
1h 29m
€22–31
Bus, train, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Maastricht Boschstraat/Maagdendries to Hasselt Station perron 1320a
2. Take the train from Hasselt to Brussels Airport-ZaventemIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B to Merchtem Varkensmarkt21
3h 55m
€22–27

Maastricht to Merchtem by train

326Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.9 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Maastricht, Netherlands and Merchtem, Belgium?

You can take a train from Maastricht to Merchtem via Liège-Guillemins and Brussels-Nord in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maastricht to Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Brussels Zaventem Airport and Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B in around 3h 1m.

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