The average train between Utrecht and Mechelen takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Utrecht 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 Utrecht and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Utrecht is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 19m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal station and arriving at Malines station via Rotterdam Centraal station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Utrecht to Mechelen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.
Utrecht to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Malines station.
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The distance between Utrecht and Mechelen is 126.5 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Malines via Rotterdam Centraal in around 2h 22m.