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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Mechelen is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 12h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Mechelen is to train and fly which takes 5h 58m and costs €85 - €260.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Malines via Sheffield, London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Mechelen?

The distance between Barnsley and Mechelen is 684 km.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs €120 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Barnsley to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Mechelen train from?

Barnsley to Mechelen train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Mechelen is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs €120 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 12h 58m.

What is the time difference between Barnsley and Mechelen?

Mechelen is 1h ahead of Barnsley. It is currently 11:33 PM in Barnsley and 12:33 AM in Mechelen.

Where does the Barnsley to Mechelen train arrive?

Barnsley to Mechelen train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2511+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Barnsley to Mechelen - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 10 ways to get from Barnsley to Mechelen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

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 Sheffield to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
6h 34m
€123–528
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
12h 58m
€34–43
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Barnsley to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Mechelen
6h 54m
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leeds
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)LBA - BRU
7h 23m
€79–205
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bruges814
3. Take the train from Bruges to MalinesL
15h 39m
€60–157
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Barnsley to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Mechelen
8h 1m
€135–196
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels Airport (BRU)MAN - BRU
5h 58m
€89–254
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leeds
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)LBA - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Antwerpen-Centraal
6h 40m
€107–372
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)MAN - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Antwerpen-Centraal
7h 5m
€87–371
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)MAN - CRL
3. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Brussels Zaventem Airport Parking P16
7h 53m
€75–263

Barnsley to Mechelen by train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 684.2 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Mechelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Malines via Sheffield, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Sheffield to Brussel Eurolines Busstation 4 times a week. Tickets cost €26–31 and the journey takes 10h 42m.

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