- Distance: 20.5 km
- Duration: 20 min
The average train between Mechelen and Brussels takes 20 min and the fastest train takes 14 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Mechelen to Brussels. 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 15 minutes between Mechelen and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 2:33 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Brussels at 10:00 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 20 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Brussels station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 20 min.
Mechelen to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Malines station.
Mechelen to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Mechelen to Brussels train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Mechelen and Brussels is 21.5 km. The road distance is 20 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Malines to Brussels-Nord every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €3–7 and the journey takes 15 min. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route hourly.
