The average train between Paris and Mechelen takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Paris to Mechelen. 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 Paris and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paris is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 11:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Paris to Mechelen? 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 Paris to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Paris station and arriving at Mechelen station via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.
Paris to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.
Paris to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Malines station.
Book your Paris to Mechelen train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Paris and Mechelen is 285.1 km. The road distance is 332 km.
You can take a train from Paris Nord to Malines via Bruxelles-Midi in around 1h 53m.