The average train between Metz and Mechelen takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Metz and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 9:01 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 8:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Est and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Metz 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.
No, there is no direct train from Metz to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Mechelen station via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Metz to Mechelen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Mechelen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Book your Metz to Mechelen train tickets online with TGV inOui, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Metz and Mechelen is 244.1 km. The road distance is 645 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Malines via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 47m.