The average train between Mechelen and Aalst takes 1h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Mechelen to Aalst. 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 30 minutes between Mechelen and Aalst. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Aalst at 11:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Aalst. However, there are services departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Aalst station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.
Mechelen to Aalst train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Malines station.
Mechelen to Aalst train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Alost station.
Book your Mechelen to Aalst train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Mechelen and Aalst is 32.5 km. The road distance is 50 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Alost via Brussels-Nord in around 1h 6m.
