The average train between Essen and Mechelen takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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 Essen and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 6:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 12:24 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 4:22 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Mechelen station via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Essen to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Book your Essen to Mechelen train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Essen and Mechelen is 182.8 km. The road distance is 326 km.
Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi 4 times a day. Tickets cost €110–180 and the journey takes 2h 59m.
