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Trip Overview

The average train between Bedford and Mechelen takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford 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.

3h 41m
Duration
475 km
Distance
€224
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bedford to Mechelen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Bedford and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 11:18 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 40m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 48m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 48m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 48m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ThameslinkEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 17m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 49m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 40m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 40m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 40m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Mechelen? 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.

Map of how to get from Bedford to Mechelen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 474.5 km
  • Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Mechelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Bedford to Malines via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 59m.

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