The average train between Basel and Mechelen takes 7h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Mechelen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 9:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 7h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Mechelen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Mechelen station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.
Basel to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Basel to Mechelen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Basel and Mechelen is 446.1 km. The road distance is 743 km.
You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Malines via Frankfurt and Brussels-Nord in around 6h 56m.