The average train between Ostend and Merchtem takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Ostend 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 Ostend and Merchtem. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Ostend is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Merchtem at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Gand-Saint-Pierre and take an average of 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ostend to Merchtem? 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 Ostend to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Ostend station and arriving at Merchtem station via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Ostend to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Merchtem station.
Book your Ostend to Merchtem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Ostend and Merchtem is 95.6 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Merchtem via Gand-Saint-Pierre and Termonde in around 1h 57m.