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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Merchtem is to line 238 bus and bus which costs €6 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Merchtem is to drive which takes 47 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Ledeberg P+R Ledeberg and arriving at Merchtem Burchtlaan via Dendermonde Station perron 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Merchtem via Termonde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Ghent to Merchtem?

The distance between Ghent and Merchtem is 42 km. The road distance is 49.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Merchtem without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs €8 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Ghent to Merchtem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Merchtem bus from?

Ghent to Merchtem bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Ledeberg P+R Ledeberg station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Merchtem train from?

Ghent to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Merchtem?

The best way to get from Ghent to Merchtem is to train which takes 56 min and costs €8 - €16. Alternatively, you can line 238 bus and bus, which costs €6 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Ghent to Merchtem bus arrive?

Ghent to Merchtem bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Dendermonde Station perron 3.

Where does the Ghent to Merchtem train arrive?

Ghent to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Termonde station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Merchtem?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Merchtem is 49 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Ghent to Merchtem.

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

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Ghent to Merchtem - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Ghent to Merchtem by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Gand-Saint-Pierre to Termondetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Termonde to Merchtemtrain S10 / ...
56 min
€8–16
Line 238 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ledeberg P+R Ledeberg to Dendermonde Station perron 3bus 238 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dendermonde Station perron 4 to Merchtem Burchtlaanbus R45
2h 26m
€6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Termondetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Dendermonde Station perron 4 to Merchtem Burchtlaanbus R45
1h 43m
€9–14
Drive 49.3 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Merchtemcar 49.3 km
47 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ghent to Merchtemtaxi 49.3 km
47 min
€120–160

Ghent to Merchtem by train

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Distance: 42 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Merchtem, Belgium?

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Merchtem via Termonde in around 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ledeberg P+R Ledeberg to Merchtem Burchtlaan via Dendermonde Station perron 4 in around 2h 26m.

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