The average train between Mechelen and Aachen takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Mechelen to Aachen. 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 3 hours between Mechelen and Aachen. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Aachen at 9:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Aachen station via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.
Mechelen to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Mechelen to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Aachen Hbf station.
Book your Mechelen to Aachen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Mechelen and Aachen is 116 km. The road distance is 167 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €27–120 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route once daily.