What is the cheapest way to get from Arnhem to Mechelen?

The cheapest way to get from Arnhem to Mechelen is to bus which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arnhem to Mechelen?

The fastest way to get from Arnhem to Mechelen is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Arnhem and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Arnhem station to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Arnhem Central Station and arriving at Antwerp via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Arnhem and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Arnhem to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Arnhem Centraal and arriving at Malines via Breda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Arnhem to Mechelen?

The distance between Arnhem and Mechelen is 184 km. The road distance is 183.2 km.

How do I travel from Arnhem to Mechelen without a car?

The best way to get from Arnhem to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €20 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Arnhem to Mechelen?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Arnhem to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Mechelen bus from?

Arnhem to Mechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Arnhem Central Station.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Mechelen train from?

Arnhem to Mechelen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.

Train or bus from Arnhem to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Arnhem to Mechelen is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €20 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Arnhem to Mechelen bus arrive?

Arnhem to Mechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp station.

Where does the Arnhem to Mechelen train arrive?

Arnhem to Mechelen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Breda station.

Can I drive from Arnhem to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Arnhem to Mechelen is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Arnhem to Mechelen.

How do I get a train ticket from Arnhem to Mechelen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Arnhem to Mechelen?

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

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There are 4 ways to get from Arnhem to Mechelen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Bredatrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Breda to Malinestrain Ec
2h 55m
€21–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arnhem Central Station to Antwerpbus N770
3h 13m
€16–31
Drive 183.2 km
1. Drive from Arnhem to Mechelencar 183.2 km
2h 4m
€33–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane AMS - BRU
3h 19m
€132–348

Arnhem to Mechelen by train

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Distance: 184.2 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Arnhem, Netherlands and Mechelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Arnhem Centraal to Malines via Breda in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Arnhem Central Station to Antwerp 4 times a week. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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