The average train between Mechelen and Aachen takes 1h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Mechelen and Aachen. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Aachen at 9:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Mechelen to Aachen? 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 Mechelen to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Aachen station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.
Mechelen to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Malines 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), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurostar.
The distance between Mechelen and Aachen is 116 km. The road distance is 181 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Aachen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 28m.