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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Aalst is to bus which costs €11 - €35 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Aalst is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Aalst?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Aalst. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Aalst Zeeberg via Lille and Brussel WTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Aalst?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Aalst. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Alost via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Aalst?

The distance between Dunkirk and Aalst is 218 km. The road distance is 131 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Aalst without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Dunkirk to Aalst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Aalst bus from?

Dunkirk to Aalst bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Aalst train from?

Dunkirk to Aalst train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Aalst?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Aalst is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €35 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Aalst bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Aalst bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Dunkirk to Aalst train arrive?

Dunkirk to Aalst train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Aalst?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Aalst is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Dunkirk to Aalst.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Aalst?

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Dunkirk to Aalst - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 20 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Aalst by train (TGV, 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 Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Alosttrain S10 / ...
2h 43m
€40–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lille to Brussels-North train stationbus 712 / ...
3. Take the bus from Brussel WTC to Aalst Zeebergbus 714 / ...
4h 57m
€11–30
Drive 131 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Aalstcar 131 km
1h 20m
€20–29
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes to Adinkerque Garebus 20
2. Take the train from La Panne to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
3h 47m

Dunkirk to Aalst by train

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Distance: 218.5 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Alost via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Aalst Zeeberg via Lille - Europe Train Station, Lille, Brussels-North train station, and Brussel WTC in around 4h 57m.

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