The average train between Mechelen and Groningen takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. 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 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 12m • 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 Antwerpen-Centraal station and arriving at Groningen station via Schiphol Airport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Mechelen to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Antwerpen-Centraal station.
Mechelen to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Groningen station.
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The distance between Mechelen and Groningen is 282.5 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Groningen via Anvers-Central, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 4h 50m.