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

The cheapest way to get from Hoofddorp to Mechelen is to bus which costs €14 - €45 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hoofddorp to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €26 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Hoofddorp and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Hoofddorp to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Hoofddorp and arriving at Malines via Schiphol Airport and Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Hoofddorp to Mechelen?

The distance between Hoofddorp and Mechelen is 171 km. The road distance is 177.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Hoofddorp to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €26 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Hoofddorp to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hoofddorp to Mechelen train from?

Hoofddorp to Mechelen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Schiphol Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Hoofddorp to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Hoofddorp to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €26 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €45 and takes 4h 12m, you could also fly, which costs €85 - €300 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Hoofddorp to Mechelen train arrive?

Hoofddorp to Mechelen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Antwerpen-Centraal station.

Can I drive from Hoofddorp to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Hoofddorp to Mechelen is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Hoofddorp to Mechelen.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2513+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Hoofddorp to Mechelen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Hoofddorp to Mechelen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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 Schiphol Airport to Antwerpen-CentraalEurocity Direct / ...
1h 57m
€27–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Antwerp819
4h 12m
€14–41
Drive 177.1 km
1. Drive from Hoofddorp to Mechelen177.1 km
2h 4m
€32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)AMS - BRU
2h 7m
€86–294
Train via Rotterdam
1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam CentraalIntercity direct / ...
2. Take the train from Rotterdam CS to MalinesEc
2h 29m
€25–63

Hoofddorp to Mechelen by train

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1h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.2 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Hoofddorp, Netherlands and Mechelen, Belgium?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Schiphol Airport to Antwerpen-Centraal hourly. Tickets cost €22–80 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Eurostar also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Antwerp twice daily. Tickets cost €7–29 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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