The average train between Arras and Aalst takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Arras to Aalst. 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 every 3 hours between Arras and Aalst. The earliest departure is at 7:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arras is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Aalst at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Arras to Aalst? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arras to Aalst. However, there are services departing from Arras station and arriving at Aalst station via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Arras to Aalst train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Arras station.
Arras to Aalst train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Alost station.
Book your Arras to Aalst train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Ilévia and 3 other operators.
The distance between Arras and Aalst is 113.7 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Arras to Alost via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 34m.