How to get from Brussels to Aalst by bus and train?

From Brussels to Aalst by bus and train

To get from Brussels to Aalst in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 37 bus from Observatory station to Moliere-Longchamp station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 48 bus and finally take the IC train from Brussels South station to Aalst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aalst on the Moovit app.

67min
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Bus - 48
48
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Observatory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4857
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Albert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moliere-Longchamp
    ID 5858
    18 min
  • 4
    Bus - 4848
    Wait for bus
    48
    Gate of Hal
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    ID 2778
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 8
    Ride to train station Aalst
    Ride to train station
    Aalst
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Brussels to Aalst by bus, light rail and train

To get from Brussels to Aalst in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line, one light rail line and one train line: take the 37 bus from Observatory station to Heros station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 4 light rail and finally take the IC train from Brussels South station to Aalst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aalst on the Moovit app.

67min
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Light Rail - 4
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Observatory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4857
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Albert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Heros
    ID 1643
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Heros
    ID 5058
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 4
    Wait for light rail
    4
    North Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    South Station
    ID 13
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 9
    Ride to train station Aalst
    Ride to train station
    Aalst
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brussels to Aalst

The distance between Brussels, Belgium and Aalst, Belgium is approximately 35.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brussels to Aalst by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brussels to Aalst

To check the bus and train schedule from Brussels to Aalst using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brussels) and destination (Aalst), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Brussels to Aalst by bus, light rail and train

To get from Brussels to Aalst in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line, one light rail line and one train line: take the 37 bus from Observatory station to Heros station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 4 light rail and finally take the IC train from Brussels South station to Aalst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The bus and train schedule from Brussels may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aalst on the Moovit app.

67min
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Light Rail - 4
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Observatory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Observatory
    ID 4857
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Albert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Heros
    ID 1643
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Heros
    ID 5058
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 4
    Wait for light rail
    4
    North Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    South Station
    ID 13
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels South
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 9
    Ride to train station Aalst
    Ride to train station
    Aalst
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Aalst?

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Bus line Albert - Linkebeek Station, Bus line 48, Train line Ghent-Saint-Pierre - Tongeren.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Brussels to Aalst?

    The alternative route takes 67 minutes, using Bus line Albert - Linkebeek Station, Light Rail line North Station - Stalle (p), Train line Ghent-Saint-Pierre - Tongeren.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Aalst?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brussels to Aalst?

    The 37 bus line goes from Observatory station near Brussels in Brussels to Albert station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Albert station near Aalst in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brussels to Aalst by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Brussels in Brussels and Aalst in Belgium by bus and train is about 1 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Brussels to get to Aalst?

    Get on the 37 bus from the Observatory stop near Brussels in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Brussels and Aalst?

    Get off the bus at the Albert station, which is closest to Aalst in Belgium.

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