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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Arras is to line 82 bus and bus which costs €13 - €23 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Arras is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen station to Arras. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Station perron 4 and arriving at Arras via Brussels Zaventem Airport and Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Arras. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Arras via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Arras?

The distance between Mechelen and Arras is 195 km. The road distance is 175.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Arras without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Mechelen to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Arras bus from?

Mechelen to Arras bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Mechelen Station perron 4.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Arras train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Arras?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Arras is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €55 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Mechelen to Arras bus arrive?

Mechelen to Arras bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Zaventem Brussels Airport perron A station.

Where does the Mechelen to Arras train arrive?

Mechelen to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Arras is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Mechelen to Arras.

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

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Mechelen to Arras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 82 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Mechelen to Arras by train (TGV), 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 Malines to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
3h 40m
€39–117
Line 82 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mechelen Station perron 4 to Zaventem Brussels Airport perron Abus 82
2. Take the bus from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Lillebus 782 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lille to Arrasbus 781
6h 28m
€13–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus 712 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arrasbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 14m
€26–51
Drive 175.9 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Arrascar 175.9 km
2h 5m
€28–40
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Malines to Tournaitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
4h 13m
€24–72

Mechelen to Arras by train and foot

72Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.2 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Mechelen, Belgium and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Malines to Arras via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Malines to Arras via Brussels-North, Brussels-North train station, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 5h 14m.

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