The average train between Mechelen and Dunkirk takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Mechelen to Dunkirk. 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 5 times a day between Mechelen and Dunkirk. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 5:33 PM which arrives into Dunkirk at 7:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Mechelen to Dunkirk? 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 Mechelen to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Dunkirk station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Mechelen to Dunkirk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Malines station.
Mechelen to Dunkirk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Dunkerque station.
Book your Mechelen to Dunkirk train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), TGV inOui and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Mechelen and Dunkirk is 146.9 km. The road distance is 216 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 43m.