How to get from Aalst to Merchtem by train?

From Aalst to Merchtem by train

To get from Aalst to Merchtem in Belgium, take the S4 train from Alost station to Jette station. Next, take the S3 train from Jette station to Merchtem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min.

54min
Train - S4
S4
Train - S3
S3
Leaves from Alost

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aalst
  • 2
    Train - S4S4
    Wait for train
    S4
    Bruxelles-Luxembourg
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jette
    36 min
  • 4
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Termonde
  • 5
    Ride to train station Merchtem
    Ride to train station
    Merchtem
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Aalst to Merchtem by train via IC and S3

To get from Aalst to Merchtem in Belgium, take the IC train from Alost station to Bruxelles-Midi station. Next, take the S3 train from Bruxelles-Midi station to Merchtem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min.

68min
Train - IC
IC
Train - S3
S3
Leaves from Alost

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aalst
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bruxelles-Midi
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Termonde
  • 5
    Ride to train station Merchtem
    Ride to train station
    Merchtem
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Aalst to Merchtem

The distance between Aalst, Belgium and Merchtem, Belgium is approximately 40.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aalst to Merchtem by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Aalst

Aalst is located at Aalst, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Aalst Station Perron 5.

Train stations close to Aalst:

  • Alost Kerrebroek
  • Erembodegem
  • Vijfhuizen

Bus stations close to Aalst:

  • Aalst Station Perron 5
  • Aalst Station Perron 4
  • Aalst Station Perron 3

Public transit stations close to Merchtem, Belgium

Merchtem is located at Merchtem, Belgium and the nearest public transit station is Merchtem Station.

Train stations close to Merchtem:

  • Opwijk
  • Merchtem
  • Mollem

Bus stations close to Merchtem:

  • Merchtem Station
  • Merchtem Eyckstraat Markthalte
  • Merchtem Mieregem

Related Routes

Alternative route from Aalst to Merchtem by train via IC and S3

To get from Aalst to Merchtem in Belgium, take the IC train from Alost station to Bruxelles-Midi station. Next, take the S3 train from Bruxelles-Midi station to Merchtem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min.

68min
Train - IC
IC
Train - S3
S3
Leaves from Alost

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aalst
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bruxelles-Midi
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Termonde
  • 5
    Ride to train station Merchtem
    Ride to train station
    Merchtem
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Train line S4, Train line S3.

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

    The alternative route takes 68 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line S3.

  • Is there a direct train between Aalst and Merchtem in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Aalst to Merchtem in Belgium?

    The S4 train line goes from Bruxelles-Luxembourg station near Aalst to Jette station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Jette station near Merchtem in Belgium

  • How long does it take to travel from Aalst to Merchtem in Belgium by train?

    The total travel time between Aalst and Merchtem in Belgium by train is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Aalst to get to Merchtem in Belgium?

    Get on the S4 train from the Bruxelles-Luxembourg station near Aalst in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Aalst and Merchtem in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Jette station, which is closest to Merchtem in Belgium.

  • When is the last bus from Aalst to Merchtem in Belgium?

    The last bus from Aalst to Merchtem in Belgium is the Aalst - Moorsel - Opwijk (- Londerzeel) line. It leaves the Aalst Station Perron 1 stop at 7:56 AM.

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