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Essen to Mechelen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Mechelen takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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.

3h 40m
Duration
320 km
Distance
€148
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Essen to Mechelen train times

Trains run twice daily between Essen and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 7:41 AM which arrives into Mechelen at 11:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 41m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 41m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 36m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 47m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 47m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen 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.

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  • Distance: 319.6 km
  • Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Mechelen, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Midi twice daily. Tickets cost €120–190 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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