What is the cheapest way to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen?

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen is to bus and line 44 bus which costs €15 - €24 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen?

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Maasmechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Maasmechelen. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Maasmechelen Centrum via Hasselt Station perron 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Maasmechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Maasmechelen. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Genk via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Ghent to Maasmechelen?

The distance between Ghent and Maasmechelen is 177 km. The road distance is 161.1 km.

How do I travel from Ghent to Maasmechelen without a car?

The best way to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €30 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Maasmechelen bus from?

Ghent to Maasmechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Maasmechelen train from?

Ghent to Maasmechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Maasmechelen?

The best way to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 44 bus, which costs €15 - €24 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Ghent to Maasmechelen bus arrive?

Ghent to Maasmechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hasselt Station.

Where does the Ghent to Maasmechelen train arrive?

Ghent to Maasmechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Genk station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Maasmechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Maasmechelen is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Ghent to Maasmechelen.

Where can I stay near Maasmechelen?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Maasmechelen.

Ghent to Maasmechelen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 44 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ghent to Maasmechelen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Genktrain Ic / ...
2h 47m
€30–57
Bus, line 44 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Hasselt Stationbus N84
2. Take the bus from Hasselt Station perron 14 to Maasmechelen Centrumbus 44
4h 3m
€16–23
Drive 161.1 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Maasmechelencar 161.1 km
1h 38m
€25–36

Ghent to Maasmechelen by train and bus

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Distance: 176.5 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Maasmechelen, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Genk hourly. Tickets cost €27–55 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Maasmechelen Centrum via Hasselt Station perron 14 in around 4h 3m.

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