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

The cheapest way to get from Merchtem to Aalst is to line 40 bus which costs €3 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merchtem to Aalst is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs €50 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Merchtem and Aalst?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merchtem Burchtlaan and arriving at Aalst Een Meistraat. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Merchtem and Aalst?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merchtem and arriving at Alost. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Merchtem to Aalst?

The distance between Merchtem and Aalst is 18 km. The road distance is 19.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Merchtem to Aalst without a car is to line 40 bus which takes 39 min and costs €3.

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

The line 40 bus from Merchtem Burchtlaan to Aalst Een Meistraat takes 39 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Aalst bus from?

Merchtem to Aalst bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Merchtem Burchtlaan station.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Aalst train from?

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

Train or bus from Merchtem to Aalst?

The best way to get from Merchtem to Aalst is to line 40 bus which takes 39 min and costs €3. Alternatively, you can train via Jette, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Merchtem to Aalst bus arrive?

Merchtem to Aalst bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Aalst Een Meistraat station.

Where does the Merchtem to Aalst train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merchtem to Aalst?

Yes, the driving distance between Merchtem to Aalst is 19 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Merchtem to Aalst.

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Merchtem to Aalst - 7 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, taxi, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Merchtem to Aalst by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Line 40 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merchtem Burchtlaan to Aalst Een Meistraatbus 40
39 min
€3
Train via Jette
1. Take the train from Merchtem to Jettetrain S10 / ...
2. Take the train from Jette to Alosttrain S4 / ...
58 min
€8–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merchtem to Aalsttaxi 19.4 km
25 min
€50–65
Drive 19.4 km
1. Drive from Merchtem to Aalstcar 19.4 km
25 min
€3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asse Station to Aalst Zeebergbus 714 / ...
45 min
€6–8
Bus, line 57 bus
1. Take the bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Dendermonde Station perron 4bus R45
2. Take the bus from Dendermonde Station perron 6 to Aalst Esplanadebus 57 / ...
1h 18m
€6
Train
1. Take the train from Merchtem to Alosttrain S10
1h 31m
€7–11

Merchtem to Aalst by bus

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merchtem to Aalst.

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Distance: 18.1 km
Duration: 39 min

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

De Lijn operates a bus from Merchtem Burchtlaan to Aalst Een Meistraat 4 times a day. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merchtem to Alost via Jette in around 58 min.

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