How to get from Zaventem to Aalter by train?

From Zaventem to Aalter by train

To get from Zaventem to Aalter in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S2 train from Zaventem station to Brussels South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Ghent St. Peter station to Bellem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The train schedule from Zaventem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Aalter on the Moovit app.

85min
Train - S2
S2
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Zaventem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaventem
  • 2
    Train - S2S2
    Wait for train
    S2
    Braine-Le-Comte
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    28 min
  • 6
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Zeebrugge Beach
  • 7
    Ride to train station Bellem
    Ride to train station
    Bellem
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Zaventem to Aalter by bus and train

To get from Zaventem to Aalter in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the R26 bus from Zaventem Station station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Ghent St. Peter station to Bellem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The train schedule from Zaventem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Aalter on the Moovit app.

114min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R26R26
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Zaventem Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Zaventem Station
    ID 303892
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R26R26
    Wait for bus
    R26
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    40 min
  • 7
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Zeebrugge Beach
  • 8
    Ride to train station Bellem
    Ride to train station
    Bellem
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zaventem to Aalter

The distance between Zaventem, Belgium and Aalter, Belgium is approximately 81.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zaventem to Aalter by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Zaventem to Aalter

To check the train schedule from Zaventem to Aalter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Zaventem) and destination (Aalter), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From Zaventem to Aalter by bus and train

To get from Zaventem to Aalter in Belgium, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the R26 bus from Zaventem Station station to Brussels North Drop-off Point station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Ghent St. Peter station to Bellem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The train schedule from Zaventem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Aalter on the Moovit app.

114min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R26R26
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Leaves from Zaventem Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Zaventem Station
    ID 303892
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R26R26
    Wait for bus
    R26
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brussels North Drop-off Point
    ID 303916
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brussels North
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    40 min
  • 7
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Zeebrugge Beach
  • 8
    Ride to train station Bellem
    Ride to train station
    Bellem
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Zaventem to Aalter?

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Train line S2, Train line IC, Train line L.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Zaventem to Aalter?

    The alternative route takes 114 minutes, using Bus line R26, Train line IC, Train line L.

  • Is there a direct train between Zaventem and Aalter?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zaventem to Aalter?

    The S2 train line goes from Brussels South station near Zaventem in Zaventem to Ghent St. Peter station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Ghent St. Peter station near Aalter in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Zaventem to Aalter by train?

    The total travel time between Zaventem in Zaventem and Aalter in Belgium by train is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Zaventem to get to Aalter?

    Get on the S2 train from the Brussels South station near Zaventem in Zaventem.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Zaventem and Aalter?

    Get off the train at the Ghent St. Peter station, which is closest to Aalter in Belgium.

  • When is the last train from Zaventem to Aalter?

    The last train from Zaventem in Zaventem to Aalter in Belgium is the Bruges - Liege-Guillemins line. It leaves the Zaventem station at 1:26 AM.

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