- Distance: 20.2 km
- Duration: 19 min
The average train between Brussels and Mechelen takes 19 min and the fastest train takes 14 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Brussels 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 15 minutes between Brussels and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 1:16 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Brussels is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 8:47 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 19 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels station and arriving at Mechelen station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 19 min.
Brussels to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Malines station.
Book your Brussels to Mechelen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Brussels and Mechelen is 21.5 km. The road distance is 20 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Malines every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €3–7 and the journey takes 14 min. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route hourly.
