The average train between Bruges and Mechelen takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Bruges 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 hourly between Bruges and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 4:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Bruges is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 5:27 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Mechelen station via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.
Bruges to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Malines station.
Book your Bruges to Mechelen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Bruges and Mechelen is 89.8 km. The road distance is 97 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Malines via Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 1h 37m.