The average train between Aachen and Mechelen takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Aachen to Mechelen. 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 3 hours between Aachen and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 8:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aachen is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 11:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Aachen station and arriving at Mechelen station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Aachen to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen, Hbf station.
Aachen to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Aachen to Mechelen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Aachen and Mechelen is 116 km. The road distance is 167 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen, Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €27–120 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route 4 times a week.