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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Dunkirk is to train which costs €16 - €26 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Dunkirk?

The distance between Mechelen and Dunkirk is 209 km. The road distance is 169.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 3h 43m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Mechelen to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Dunkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 3h 43m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €35 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Mechelen to Dunkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Dunkirk is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Mechelen to Dunkirk.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 1538+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mechelen to Dunkirk by train (TGV), bus, car, 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 via Lille
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Bruxelles-MidiEc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to DunkerqueTer
3h 43m
€40–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to LilleN280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange StationBlaBlaCar Bus
4h 51m
€13–35
Drive 169.6 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Dunkirk169.6 km
1h 48m
€27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Malines to Gand-Saint-PierreL / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to La PanneIc / ...
4h 9m
€17–25

Mechelen to Dunkirk by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.9 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Malines to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Malines to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Brussels-Nord, Brussels-North train station, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 4h 51m.

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