The average train between Mechelen and Linz takes 17h 11m and the fastest train takes 12h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Mechelen to Linz. 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 3 times a day between Mechelen and Linz. The earliest departure is at 8:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Linz at 4:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Brussels-Nord and take an average of 17h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Mechelen to Linz? 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 Linz. However, there are services departing from Mechelen station and arriving at Linz station via Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 11m.
Mechelen to Linz train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Mechelen to Linz train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Linz Hbf station.
Book your Mechelen to Linz train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and ÖBB.
The distance between Mechelen and Linz is 767.2 km. The road distance is 962 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Linz Hbf via Brussels-Nord, Frankfurt, and Passau Hbf in around 11h 27m.