The average train between Machelen and Spa takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Machelen to Spa. 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 Machelen and Spa. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Machelen is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Spa at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussels-Nord and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Machelen to Spa? 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 Machelen to Spa. However, there are services departing from Machelen station and arriving at Spa station via Verviers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Machelen to Spa train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Machelen to Spa train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Spa-Géronstère station.
Book your Machelen to Spa train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Machelen and Spa is 111 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Vilvorde to Spa-Géronstère via Brussels-Nord and Verviers-Central in around 3h 3m.