The average train between Ghent and Mechelen takes 57 min and the fastest train takes 47 min. There is an hourly train service from Ghent 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 Ghent and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Ghent is at 9:57 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 10:46 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 57 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ghent station and arriving at Mechelen station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 57 min.
Ghent to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Malines station.
Book your Ghent to Mechelen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Ghent and Mechelen is 53.3 km. The road distance is 57 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Malines hourly. Tickets cost €9–19 and the journey takes 49 min.