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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Leiden is to train which costs €17 - €45 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Leiden is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Leiden?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Leiden Centraal via Anvers-Central and Rotterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Leiden?

The distance between Mechelen and Leiden is 152 km. The road distance is 151.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leiden without a car is to train via Anvers-Central which takes 1h 55m and costs €35 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Mechelen to Leiden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Leiden train from?

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

Train or fly from Mechelen to Leiden?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Leiden is to train via Anvers-Central which takes 1h 55m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €120 - €320 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Mechelen to Leiden train arrive?

Mechelen to Leiden train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Leiden?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Leiden is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Mechelen to Leiden.

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

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Where can I stay near Leiden?

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Mechelen to Leiden - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Mechelen to Leiden by train (Eurostar), car, plane, or train

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Train via Anvers-Central
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraaltrain
1h 55m
€37–65
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Malines to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
2h 6m
€18–43
Drive 151.8 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Leidencar 151.8 km
1h 47m
€28–40
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRU - AMS
2h 24m
€124–320

Mechelen to Leiden by train

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Distance: 151.9 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Malines to Leiden Centraal via Anvers-Central and Rotterdam Centraal in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, KLM flies from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) 4 times a day.

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