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

The cheapest way to get from Merchtem to Amsterdam is to bus which costs €11 - €28 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merchtem to Amsterdam is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Merchtem and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Merchtem to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Merchtem Varkensmarkt and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk via Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Merchtem and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Merchtem to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Merchtem and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal via Brussel-Zuid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Merchtem to Amsterdam?

The distance between Merchtem and Amsterdam is 212 km. The road distance is 189.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Merchtem to Amsterdam without a car is to line 21 bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs €30 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Merchtem to Amsterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Amsterdam bus from?

Merchtem to Amsterdam bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Merchtem Varkensmarkt station.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Amsterdam train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Merchtem to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Merchtem to Amsterdam is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs €11 - €28. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €85 - €300 and takes 3h 11m, you could also train, which costs €28 - €100 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Merchtem to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Merchtem to Amsterdam bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Merchtem to Amsterdam train arrive?

Merchtem to Amsterdam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Merchtem to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Merchtem to Amsterdam is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Merchtem to Amsterdam.

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

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Merchtem to Amsterdam - 5 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Merchtem to Amsterdam by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 21 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Vilvoorde Station perron 221
2. Take the train from Vilvorde to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Amsterdam Centraal
3h 14m
€30–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Brussel Noord afstaphalteR45
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk810 / ...
4h 18m
€11–28
Drive 189.8 km
1. Drive from Merchtem to Amsterdam189.8 km
2h 22m
€34–49
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)BRU - AMS
3h 11m
€87–292
Train
1. Take the train from Merchtem to Bruxelles-MidiS10 / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Amsterdam CentraalEurostar / ...
3h 16m
€28–95

Merchtem to Amsterdam by bus and train

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Distance: 212.3 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Amsterdam Sloterdijk via Brussel Noord afstaphalte and Brussels-North train station in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, KLM flies from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) 4 times a day.

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