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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Mechelen is to bus and train which costs €55 - €100 and takes 14h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Mechelen is to bus and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs €90 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Brussels Midi / Brussels South West via London Victoria Green Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Malines via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Mechelen?

The distance between Bournemouth and Mechelen is 572 km.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs €160 - €340.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Bournemouth to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Mechelen bus from?

Bournemouth to Mechelen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Mechelen train from?

Bournemouth to Mechelen train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Mechelen is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs €160 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €110 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Mechelen bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Mechelen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Bournemouth and Mechelen?

Mechelen is 1h ahead of Bournemouth. It is currently 11:35 AM in Bournemouth and 12:35 PM in Mechelen.

Where does the Bournemouth to Mechelen train arrive?

Bournemouth to Mechelen train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

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Bournemouth to Mechelen - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 9 ways to get from Bournemouth to Mechelen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Eil
5h 41m
€167–333
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Brugesbus
3. Take the train from Bruges to Malinestrain L / ...
14h 47m
€55–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria Green Line Station to Brussels Midi / Brussels South Westbus : London - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
11h 21m
€57–110
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Mechelencar
5h 43m
€213–253
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane SOU - BRU
6h 51m
€127–330
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Mechelencar
6h 52m
€89–176
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane LHR - BRU
5h 28m
€92–304
Train to London City Airport, fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)plane LCY - RTM
3. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Malinestrain
6h 30m
€186–525
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane SOU - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Anvers-Centraltrain
5h 45m
€183–443

Bournemouth to Mechelen by train, subway, and foot

96Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

€167Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Mechelen.

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Distance: 571.9 km
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Mechelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Malines via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Malines via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria Green Line Station, Brussels Midi / Brussels South West, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 11h 21m.

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