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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to France is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to France is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €50 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen station to France. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and France?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to France. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Gare du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Mechelen to France?

The distance between Mechelen and France is 341 km. The road distance is 333.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to France without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €50 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Mechelen to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to France bus from?

Mechelen to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to France train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mechelen to France?

The best way to get from Mechelen to France is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €50 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 48m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €310 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Mechelen to France bus arrive?

Mechelen to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Mechelen to France train arrive?

Mechelen to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to France is 333 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Mechelen to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 22392+ hotels available in France.

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There are 5 ways to get from Mechelen to France by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2h 32m
€53–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 801 / ...
5h 48m
€31–50
Drive 333.1 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Pariscar 333.1 km
3h 29m
€52–75
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane BRU - CDG
3h 52m
€134–307
Train via Coutellerie
1. Take the train from Malines to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Paris Nordtrain Eurostar
3h 24m
€38–88

Mechelen to France by train and subway

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Distance: 341.4 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Mechelen, Belgium and France?

You can take a train from Malines to Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) every 3 hours. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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