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

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Mechelen is to bus which costs €13 - €24 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Mechelen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €18 - €26.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Maastricht to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Malines via Liège-Guillemins and Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Maastricht to Mechelen?

The distance between Maastricht and Mechelen is 136 km. The road distance is 101.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Maastricht to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €17 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Maastricht to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Mechelen train from?

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

Train or bus from Maastricht to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Mechelen is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €24 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Maastricht to Mechelen train arrive?

Maastricht to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Maastricht to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Mechelen is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Maastricht to Mechelen.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Maastricht to Mechelen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maastricht 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 Maastricht to Liège-GuilleminsS43
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to LouvainIc / ...
3. Take the train from Louvain to MalinesIc / ...
2h 4m
€17–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Brussels Zaventem Airport808 / ...
2h 31m
€13–23
Drive 101.2 km
1. Drive from Maastricht to Mechelen101.2 km
1h 22m
€18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Maastricht Boschstraat/Maagdendries to Hasselt Station perron 1320a
2. Take the train from Hasselt to MalinesIc / ...
3h 5m
€18

Maastricht to Mechelen by train

295Weekly Trains

2h 4mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.7 km
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Maastricht to Malines via Liège-Guillemins and Louvain in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Maastricht to Brussels Zaventem Airport once daily. Tickets cost €5–14 and the journey takes 2h.

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