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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Turnhout is to bus and line 33 bus which costs €6 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Turnhout is to train which takes 49 min and costs €9 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Turnhout?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Zandpoortvest and arriving at Turnhout Warande perron 3 via Herentals Station perron 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Turnhout?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Malines and arriving at Turnhout. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Mechelen to Turnhout?

The distance between Mechelen and Turnhout is 55 km. The road distance is 55.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Turnhout without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs €9 - €19.

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

The train from Malines to Turnhout takes 49 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Turnhout bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Turnhout train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Turnhout?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Turnhout is to train which takes 49 min and costs €9 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 33 bus, which costs €6 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Mechelen to Turnhout bus arrive?

Mechelen to Turnhout bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Herentals Station afstaphalte.

Where does the Mechelen to Turnhout train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Turnhout?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Turnhout is 56 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Mechelen to Turnhout.

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

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Mechelen to Turnhout - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 33 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Turnhouttrain Ic / ...
49 min
€9–19
Bus, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mechelen Zandpoortvest to Herentals Station afstaphaltebus 51b
2. Take the bus from Herentals Station perron 2 to Turnhout Warande perron 3bus 33 / ...
2h 30m
€6
Drive 55.6 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Turnhoutcar 55.6 km
54 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mechelen to Turnhouttaxi 55.6 km
54 min
€120–150

Mechelen to Turnhout by train

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Distance: 55.3 km
Duration: 49 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Malines to Turnhout hourly. Tickets cost €9–19 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechelen Zandpoortvest to Turnhout Warande perron 3 via Herentals Station perron 2 in around 2h 30m.

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