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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Aalter
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Aalter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Aalter will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ghent for Aalter on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:10 AM0h12Ghent8:22 AMAalter$51One-way0 transfers- 7:00 AM0h12Ghent7:12 AMAalter$51One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 AM0h12Ghent8:22 AMAalter$51One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM0h12Ghent7:12 AMAalter$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ghent to Aalter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Aalter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Aalter:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ghent to Aalter costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Aalter take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
The journey is about 8m faster (17m by train vs 25m by car) and roughly $0.10 (€0.08) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $6 (€5)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regional.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Ghent to Aalter train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Aalter trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:43 AM Ghent | 0h21 | 11:04 AM Aalter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 7:00 AM Ghent | 0h12 | 7:12 AM Aalter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:10 AM Ghent | 0h12 | 8:22 AM Aalter | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Aalter
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Trains from Ghent to Aalter run on average 14 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Intercity, Regional from Ghent to Aalter trainsIntercity, Regional trains will get you between Ghent and Aalter from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Aalter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Aalter by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aalter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Aalter
Most Ghent to Aalter trains use the Gent St Pieters to Aalter station pair, with some services arriving at Maria-Aalter. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Aalter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Aalter leave from?
Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort train station facilities and services
Gent-Dampoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Getting to Drongen from Ghent city centre
Drongen is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Drongen train station facilities and services
Drongen has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Drongen.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Drongen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Drongen: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Drongen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Drongen.
Which Aalter station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Aalter from Aalter city centre
Aalter train station facilities and services
Aalter has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant 't Vijfde Seizoen, De Genieter
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aalter. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aalter. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aalter: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aalter: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aalter: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Orchidee, Best Western Hotel Orchidee, Het Eycken Huys.
Getting to Maria-Aalter from Aalter city centre
Maria-Aalter is 4 km from Aalter city centre. Public transport options include:
Maria-Aalter train station facilities and services
Maria-Aalter has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Maria-Aalter: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maria-Aalter.
Getting to Bellem from Aalter city centre
Bellem is 3 km from Aalter city centre. Public transport options include:
Bellem train station facilities and services
Bellem has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bellem.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bellem.
Bike and car services
Available at Bellem: Bike Parking.
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