What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Mechelen?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Mechelen is to bus which costs €14 - €35 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Mechelen?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €30 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Malines via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Aachen to Mechelen?

The distance between Aachen and Mechelen is 167 km. The road distance is 134 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Mechelen without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €30 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Mechelen?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Aachen to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Mechelen train from?

Aachen to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Welkenraedt station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Aachen to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €35 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Aachen to Mechelen train arrive?

Aachen to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Mechelen is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Aachen to Mechelen.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Mechelen?

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

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Aachen to Mechelen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 350 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Aachen to Mechelen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
1h 24m
€32–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train stationN3204 / ...
2h 48m
€14–30
Drive 134 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Mechelen134 km
1h 37m
€21–30
Train via Louvain
1. Take the train from Welkenraedt to LouvainIc
2. Take the train from Louvain to MalinesL / ...
2h 15m
€19–32
Line 350 bus, train, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Maastricht, Station350
2. Take the train from Bilzen to AarschotIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Aarschot Station perron 3 to Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein25
4h 26m
€20–25

Aachen to Mechelen by train

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1h 24mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.2 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Mechelen, Belgium?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen, Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €28–50 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Brussels-North train station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €10–24 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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