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

The cheapest way to get from Netherlands to Mechelen is to train via Rotterdam which costs €22 - €55 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Netherlands to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs €20 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Netherlands and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Netherlands to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Malines via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Netherlands to Mechelen?

The distance between Netherlands and Mechelen is 182 km. The road distance is 180.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Netherlands to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs €20 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Netherlands to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Mechelen train from?

Netherlands to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or fly from Netherlands to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Netherlands to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs €20 - €85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €120 - €340 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Netherlands to Mechelen train arrive?

Netherlands to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Netherlands to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Netherlands to Mechelen is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Netherlands to Mechelen.

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

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2487+ hotels available in Mechelen.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Anvers-Centraltrain Thalys
1h 42m
€20–84
Drive 180.9 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Mechelencar 180.9 km
2h 7m
€33–47
Fly
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane AMS - BRU
2h 29m
€124–333
Train via Rotterdam
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Mechelentrain EuroCity
3h 26m
€23–54

Netherlands to Mechelen by train

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Distance: 182 km
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Netherlands and Mechelen, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Anvers-Central hourly. Tickets cost €45–80 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, KLM flies from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU) 4 times a day.

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