The average train between Utrecht and Aalst takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Utrecht 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 4 hours between Utrecht and Aalst. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Utrecht is at 6:58 PM which arrives into Aalst at 9:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Gouda and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 49m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Utrecht to Aalst? 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 Utrecht to Aalst. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal station and arriving at Alost station via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Utrecht to Aalst train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.
Utrecht to Aalst train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Alost station.
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The distance between Utrecht and Aalst is 148.8 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Alost via Gouda, Rotterdam Centraal, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 44m.