The average train between Mechelen and Groningen takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Mechelen to Groningen. 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 Groningen. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Groningen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Mechelen to Groningen? 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 Groningen. However, there are services departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Groningen station via Schiphol Airport Train Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Mechelen to Groningen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Antwerpen-Centraal station.
Mechelen to Groningen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Groningen station.
Book your Mechelen to Groningen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Mechelen and Groningen is 282.5 km. The road distance is 382 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Groningen via Anvers-Central, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 4h 45m.