The average train between Vilvoorde and Merchtem takes 50 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. There is a train service every few hours from Vilvoorde 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 Vilvoorde and Merchtem. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Vilvoorde is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Merchtem at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 50 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Vilvoorde to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Vilvoorde station and arriving at Merchtem station via Merchtem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.
Vilvoorde to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Vilvoorde to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Merchtem station.
Book your Vilvoorde to Merchtem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Vilvoorde and Merchtem is 14.2 km. The road distance is 37 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Merchtem every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–11 and the journey takes 43 min.