The average train between Budapest and Mechelen takes 17h 27m and the fastest train takes 16h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest 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 twice daily between Budapest and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 7:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 3:55 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf and take an average of 17h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Budapest 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 Budapest to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Mechelen station via Muenchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 27m.
Budapest to Mechelen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Mechelen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Budapest to Mechelen train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Budapest and Mechelen is 1,124.9 km. The road distance is 1,518 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Malines via Muenchen Hbf, München Hbf, Frankfurt, and Brussels-Nord in around 14h 44m.