The average train between Kiel and Mechelen takes 10h and the fastest train takes 8h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel 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 5 times a day between Kiel and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 4:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 9:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 10h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kiel 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 Kiel to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Mechelen station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.
Kiel to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Book your Kiel to Mechelen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Mechelen is 528.6 km. The road distance is 787 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Malines via Hamburg Hbf, Koeln Hbf, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 20m.