The average train between Aalst and Calais takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Aalst to Calais. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aalst and Calais. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aalst is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Calais at 7:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Gand-Saint-Pierre and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aalst to Calais? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aalst to Calais. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre station and arriving at Calais Ville station via Lille Flandres station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Aalst to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Aalst to Calais train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Calais Ville station.
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The distance between Aalst and Calais is 152.7 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a train from Alost to Calais Ville via Gand-Saint-Pierre, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 41m.