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Journey details

Best price 5.16 $
Journey duration 1 h 5 min
Connections per day 390
First departure 06:13
Last departure 00:48
Distance 26 km

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How can I find the cheapest train tickets to get from Aalst to Ghent?

When you're traveling from Aalst to Ghent, you can expect to pay an average of approximately 5.93 $. You might be able to find prices as low as 5.16 $, but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.

Trains from Aalst to Ghent

How much time will it take to go from Aalst to Ghent by train?

The distance between Aalst and Ghent is around 26. Depending on the exact route and provider you travel with, your journey time can vary. On average, this journey will take approximately 1 h 5 min. However, the fastest routes between Aalst and Ghent take 21 min. If a fast journey is a priority for you when traveling, look out for express services that may get you there faster. Some flexibility may be necessary when booking. Often, these services only leave at particular times of day - or even on certain days of the week. You may also find a faster journey by taking an indirect route and connecting in another station along the way.

When do the first and last departures from Aalst to Ghent leave?

The first journey of the day departs from Aalst at 06:13. If you prefer to travel later in the day, the last departure will leave at 00:48. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Aalst and Ghent. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.

Which stations are used when traveling from Aalst to Ghent?

You can depart from Aalst at stations such as Aalst Station Perron 3 [De Lijn], Aalst Station Perron 4 [De Lijn], Aalst Station Perron 1 [De Lijn], Gent Sint-Pietersstation Perron 20 [De Lijn], Diksmuide Station Perron 9 [De Lijn], Torhout Station Perron 1 [De Lijn], Tielt Station Perron 2 [De Lijn], Torhout Station Perron 5 [De Lijn], Roeselare Station Perron 5 [De Lijn], Menen Station Perron 6 [De Lijn], Poperinge Station Perron 1 [De Lijn], Poperinge Station Perron 3 [De Lijn], Gent Sint-Pietersstation Perron 1 [De Lijn], Denderleeuw Station Perron 1 [De Lijn], Alost / Aalst, Erembodegem, Aalst Station Perron 2 [De Lijn], Aalst Biekorfstraat [De Lijn] and Alost Kerrebroek/Aalst Kerrebroek. At the end of the journey, you will be able to arrive in Ghent at the following stations: Gent Sint-Pietersstation Perron 12 [De Lijn], Gent Sint-Pietersstation Perron 14 [De Lijn], Gent Sint-Pietersstation Perron 13 [De Lijn], Diksmuide Station Perron 3 [De Lijn], Roeselare Station Perron 5 [De Lijn], Evergem Spoorwegstraat [De Lijn], Tielt Station Perron 5 [De Lijn], Poperinge Station Perron 3 [De Lijn], Gent Dampoort Perron 1 [De Lijn], Gent Dampoort Perron 3 [De Lijn], Diksmuide Station Perron 2 [De Lijn], Lokeren Station Perron 2 [De Lijn], Dendermonde Station Perron 4 [De Lijn], Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters and Merelbeke. Some of these stations may only be served by particular travel providers. Because of this, there may not be a direct connection between all the stations in Aalst and Ghent. Plan your journey carefully, as it may be necessary to make another connection before departure or after arrival.

How many times a day do departures from Aalst leave for Ghent?

On average, there are 390 daily departures from Aalst to Ghent. However, there may be more or less on different days. Providers' timetables can change on certain days of the week or public holidays, and many also vary at particular times of year. Some providers change their schedules during the summer season, for example. At very busy times, there may be up to 400 departures each day. The providers that travel along this route include SNCB, and each operates according to their own specific schedules. As a traveler, you may prefer a direct journey, or you may not mind making changes and connections. If you have heavy suitcases, a direct journey could be best; otherwise, you might be able to save money and enjoy more flexibility by making a change along the way. Every day, there are an average of 48 departures from Aalst which travel directly to Ghent. There are 342 journeys with one change or more.