The average train between Bruges and Aalten takes 6h 54m and the fastest train takes 6h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Bruges to Aalten. 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 2 hours between Bruges and Aalten. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Aalten at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 6h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bruges to Aalten? 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 Bruges to Aalten. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Aalten station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.
Bruges to Aalten train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Aalten train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Aalten station.
Book your Bruges to Aalten train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and RRReis.
The distance between Bruges and Aalten is 245.2 km. The road distance is 317 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Aalten via Anvers-Central, Breda, and Arnhem Centraal in around 5h 32m.