The average train between Spa and Mechelen takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Spa 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 hourly between Spa and Mechelen. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Spa is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Mechelen at 5:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Verviers-Central and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Spa 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 Spa to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Spa station and arriving at Mechelen station via Verviers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Spa to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Spa-Géronstère station.
Spa to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Malines station.
Book your Spa to Mechelen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Spa and Mechelen is 114.1 km. The road distance is 145 km.
You can take a train from Spa-Géronstère to Malines via Verviers-Central and Louvain in around 2h 30m.