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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Merchtem is to line 237 bus and bus which costs €6 and takes 2h.

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 46 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 Ledebergplein and arriving at Merchtem Burchtlaan via Dendermonde Station perron 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

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 1h 5m.

How far is it from Ghent to Merchtem?

The distance between Ghent and Merchtem is 42 km. The road distance is 49.2 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 1h 5m and costs €8 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m 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 Ledebergplein 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 1h 5m and costs €8 - €14. Alternatively, you can line 237 bus and bus, which costs €6 and takes 2h.

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 46 min to drive from Ghent to Merchtem.

Where can I stay near Merchtem?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Merchtem.

Ghent to Merchtem - 5 ways to travel via train, line 237 bus, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to TermondeL / ...
2. Take the train from Termonde to MerchtemS10 / ...
1h 5m
€8–13
Line 237 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ledeberg Ledebergplein to Dendermonde Station perron 3237 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dendermonde Station perron 4 to Merchtem BurchtlaanR45
2h
€6
Drive 49.2 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Merchtem49.2 km
46 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ghent to Merchtem49.2 km
46 min
€120–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to TermondeL / ...
2. Take the bus from Dendermonde Station perron 4 to Merchtem BurchtlaanR45
1h 34m
€8–10

Ghent to Merchtem by train

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Distance: 42 km
Duration: 1h 5m

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 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ledeberg Ledebergplein to Merchtem Burchtlaan via Dendermonde Station perron 4 in around 2h.

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