Cities Near Aalst
Cities near Aalst, Belgium: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Brussels, Gent, Sint-Niklaas. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Aalst, Belgium is Brussels, about 15 mi (24 km) away — roughly 29 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brussels | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gent | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sint-Niklaas | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mechelen | 20 mi / 33 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Antwerpen | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Leuven | 29 mi / 47 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| La Louvière | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mons | 33 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kortrijk | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tournai | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Aalst
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Brussels, Gent, Sint-Niklaas, Mechelen, Antwerpen. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Aalst include Brussels, Gent, Sint-Niklaas, Mechelen, Antwerpen. The closest is Brussels, about 15 miles (24 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.