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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Dessel is to bus which costs €7 - €10 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Dessel is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Dessel?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Dessel. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Zandpoortvest and arriving at Dessel Markt via Mol Station perron 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Dessel?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Dessel. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Mol via Herentals. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Dessel?

The distance between Mechelen and Dessel is 74 km. The road distance is 60.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Dessel without a car is to train and line 47 bus which takes 1h 29m and costs €12 - €22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Mechelen to Dessel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Dessel bus from?

Mechelen to Dessel bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Mechelen Zandpoortvest station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Dessel train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Dessel?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Dessel is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs €7 - €10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €24 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Mechelen to Dessel bus arrive?

Mechelen to Dessel bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Geel Station perron 7.

Where does the Mechelen to Dessel train arrive?

Mechelen to Dessel train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Herentals station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Dessel?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Dessel is 61 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Mechelen to Dessel.

Where can I stay near Dessel?

There are 421+ hotels available in Dessel.

Mechelen to Dessel - 5 ways to travel via train, line 47 bus, bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Mechelen to Dessel by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 47 bus
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Turnhouttrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Turnhout Station perron 5 to Dessel Marktbus 47
1h 29m
€12–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mechelen Zandpoortvest to Geel Station perron 7bus 51a
2h 29m
€7–10
Drive 60.5 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Desselcar 60.5 km
1h 5m
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mechelen to Desseltaxi 60.5 km
1h 5m
€130–170
Train
1. Take the train from Malines to Herentalstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Herentals to Moltrain S33 / ...
1h 34m
€12–24

Mechelen to Dessel by train and bus

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.2 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

De Lijn operates a bus from Mechelen Zandpoortvest to Geel Station perron 7 hourly. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Malines to Dessel Markt via Herentals, Mol, and Mol Station perron 4 in around 1h 34m.

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