What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Merchtem?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Merchtem is to bus which costs €13 - €27 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Merchtem?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Merchtem is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct bus from Aachen station to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Aachen station west and arriving at Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Merchtem via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Aachen to Merchtem?

The distance between Aachen and Merchtem is 174 km. The road distance is 156.9 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Merchtem without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Merchtem without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €17 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Merchtem?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Aachen to Merchtem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Merchtem bus from?

Aachen to Merchtem bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Merchtem train from?

Aachen to Merchtem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen, Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Merchtem?

The best way to get from Aachen to Merchtem is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €17 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €27 and takes 4h.

Where does the Aachen to Merchtem bus arrive?

Aachen to Merchtem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Aachen to Merchtem train arrive?

Aachen to Merchtem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Merchtem?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Merchtem is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Aachen to Merchtem.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Merchtem?

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Where can I stay near Merchtem?

There are 1881+ hotels available in Merchtem.

Aachen to Merchtem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aachen to Merchtem by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Midi79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to MerchtemS10 / ...
2h 2m
€17–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train stationN3204 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Merchtem VarkensmarktR45
4h
€13–26
Drive 156.9 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Merchtem156.9 km
1h 38m
€25–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Welkenraedt to Brussels-NordIc
2. Take the bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Merchtem VarkensmarktR45
3h 24m
€20–32

Aachen to Merchtem by train

95Weekly Trains

2h 2mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.2 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Merchtem, Belgium?

You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Merchtem via Bruxelles Midi and Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aachen station west to Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Brussels-North train station and Brussel Noord opstaphalte in around 4h.

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