The average train between Mechelen and Linz takes 12h 55m and the fastest train takes 11h 30m. 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 5 times a day between Mechelen and Linz. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechelen is at 8:03 PM which arrives into Linz at 10:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussels-Nord and take an average of 12h 55m. 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 12h 55m.
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/Donau Hbf station.
Book your Mechelen to Linz train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Mechelen and Linz is 767.2 km. The road distance is 1,081 km.
You can take a train from Malines to Linz/Donau Hbf via Brussels-Nord, Frankfurt, München Hbf, and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 11h 21m.