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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Mechelen is to bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Mechelen is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Mechelen Biest via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B7 and Rumst Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Mechelen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruges and arriving at Malines. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Bruges to Mechelen?

The distance between Bruges and Mechelen is 97 km. The road distance is 110.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Mechelen without a car is to train via Ghent which takes 1h 37m and costs €15 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Bruges to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Mechelen bus from?

Bruges to Mechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Mechelen train from?

Bruges to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.

Train or bus from Bruges to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Bruges to Mechelen is to train via Ghent which takes 1h 37m and costs €15 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Bruges to Mechelen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bruges to Mechelen train arrive?

Bruges to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Mechelen is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Bruges to Mechelen.

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

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

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Bruges to Mechelen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Ghent
best
1. Take the train from Bruges to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Malinestrain Ic / ...
1h 37m
€16–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus N814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B7 to Rumst Busstationbus X19
2h 48m
€14–19
Drive 110.7 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Mechelencar 110.7 km
1h 20m
€18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Bruges to Malinestrain L / ...
1h 51m
€16–35

Bruges to Mechelen by train

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Distance: 97.1 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Mechelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Bruges to Malines via Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bruges to Mechelen Biest via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B7 and Rumst Busstation in around 2h 48m.

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