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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Mechelen takes 8h 24m and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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.

8h 24m
Duration
1,023 km
Distance
€373
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Mechelen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 8h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 47m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 16m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 47m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 22m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 29m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 29m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 29m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 29m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 29m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 47m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 47m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 47m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)7h 16m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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.

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Mechelen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,022.9 km
  • Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Mechelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Malines via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 25m.

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