The average train between Prague and Mechelen takes 14h 15m and the fastest train takes 12h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Prague 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 every 4 hours between Prague and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prague is at 5:35 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 11:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Schwandorf and take an average of 14h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Prague 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 Prague to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Prague station and arriving at Mechelen station via Schwandorf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.
Prague to Mechelen train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.
Prague to Mechelen train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Prague to Mechelen train tickets online with ÖBB EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Prague and Mechelen is 709.6 km. The road distance is 980 km.
You can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Malines via Schwandorf, Nürnberg Hbf, Frankfurt, and Brussels-Nord in around 12h 34m.