The average train between Berlin and Mechelen takes 9h and the fastest train takes 8h. The train service runs several times per day from Berlin 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 4 hours between Berlin and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Berlin is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 9:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Berlin 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.
No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Berlin station and arriving at Mechelen station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.
Berlin to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Berlin to Mechelen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Berlin and Mechelen is 636.3 km. The road distance is 786 km.
You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Malines via Köln Hbf and Brussels-Nord in around 7h 46m.