The average train between Aalst and Merchtem takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 57 min. There is a train service every few hours from Aalst to Merchtem. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aalst and Merchtem. The earliest departure is at 5:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aalst is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Merchtem at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aalst to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Aalst station and arriving at Merchtem station via Jette. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.
Aalst to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Alost station.
Aalst to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Merchtem station.
Book your Aalst to Merchtem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Aalst and Merchtem is 14.1 km. The road distance is 41 km.
You can take a train from Alost to Merchtem via Jette in around 1h 9m.