The average train between Ghent and Merchtem takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 43 min. There is a train service every few hours from Ghent 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 Ghent and Merchtem. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Merchtem at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Merchtem station via Termonde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.
Ghent to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Merchtem station.
Book your Ghent to Merchtem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Ghent and Merchtem is 37.5 km. The road distance is 42 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Merchtem via Termonde in around 55 min.