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

The cheapest way to get from Merchtem to Aachen is to bus which costs €14 - €35 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merchtem to Aachen is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Merchtem and Aachen?

No, there is no direct bus from Merchtem to Aachen station. However, there are services departing from Merchtem Varkensmarkt and arriving at Aachen station west via Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Merchtem and Aachen?

No, there is no direct train from Merchtem to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Merchtem and arriving at Aachen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Merchtem to Aachen?

The distance between Merchtem and Aachen is 174 km. The road distance is 156.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Merchtem to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Merchtem to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Aachen bus from?

Merchtem to Aachen bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Merchtem Varkensmarkt station.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Aachen train from?

Merchtem to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Merchtem station.

Train or bus from Merchtem to Aachen?

The best way to get from Merchtem to Aachen is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €35 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Merchtem to Aachen bus arrive?

Merchtem to Aachen bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Merchtem to Aachen train arrive?

Merchtem to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Merchtem to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Merchtem to Aachen is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Merchtem to Aachen.

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

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

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 Merchtem to Bruxelles-MidiS10 / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Aachen HbfIce
2h 33m
€33–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Brussel Noord afstaphalteR45
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Aachen station westN884 / ...
4h 39m
€14–31
Drive 156.6 km
1. Drive from Merchtem to Aachen156.6 km
1h 44m
€24–35
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Merchtem to Bruxelles-MidiS10 / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Aachen, Hbf79
2h 37m
€19–105

Merchtem to Aachen by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 33mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.1 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Merchtem to Aachen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Aachen station west via Brussel Noord afstaphalte and Brussels-North train station in around 4h 39m.

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