What is the cheapest way to get from Aalst to Metz?

The cheapest way to get from Aalst to Metz is to bus via Brussels-North train station which costs €20 - €35 and takes 6h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aalst to Metz?

The fastest way to get from Aalst to Metz is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Aalst and Metz?

No, there is no direct bus from Aalst to Metz. However, there are services departing from Aalst Zeeberg and arriving at Metz via Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Aalst and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Aalst to Metz. However, there are services departing from Alost and arriving at Metz Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Aalst to Metz?

The distance between Aalst and Metz is 650 km. The road distance is 294.3 km.

How do I travel from Aalst to Metz without a car?

The best way to get from Aalst to Metz without a car is to train via Paris which takes 4h 37m and costs €100 - €280.

How long does it take to get from Aalst to Metz?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Aalst to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aalst to Metz bus from?

Aalst to Metz bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Aalst Zeeberg station.

Where do I catch the Aalst to Metz train from?

Aalst to Metz train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Aalst to Metz?

The best way to get from Aalst to Metz is to train via Paris which takes 4h 37m and costs €100 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Aalst to Metz bus arrive?

Aalst to Metz bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Aalst to Metz train arrive?

Aalst to Metz train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Aalst to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Aalst to Metz is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Aalst to Metz.

Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 790+ hotels available in Metz.

Aalst to Metz - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aalst to Metz by train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain Tgv
4h 37m
€105–277
Bus via Brussels-North train station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aalst Zeeberg to Brussel Noord afstaphaltebus 714 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Metzbus N136 / ...
6h 19m
€20–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Metz - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 48m
€30–42
Drive 294.3 km
1. Drive from Aalst to Metzcar 294.3 km
3h 12m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Luxembourgtrain Ic / ...
7h 28m
€28–40

Aalst to Metz by train and foot

62Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

€105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 649.7 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Aalst, Belgium and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Alost to Metz Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Metz - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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