The average train between Boom and Machelen takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Boom to Machelen. 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 hourly between Boom and Machelen. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boom is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Machelen at 12:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Boom to Machelen. However, there are services departing from Boom station and arriving at Machelen station via Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.
Boom to Machelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Boom station.
Boom to Machelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Vilvorde station.
Book your Boom to Machelen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Boom and Machelen is 20.4 km. The road distance is 53 km.
You can take a train from Boom to Vilvorde via Anvers-Berchem in around 1h 30m.