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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Genk is to line 20 bus and bus which costs €12 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Genk is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Genk?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Genk station. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein and arriving at Genk Station perron 13 via Leuven Station perron 11, Diest Station perron 3 and Hasselt Station perron 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Genk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Malines and arriving at Genk. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Genk?

The distance between Mechelen and Genk is 100 km. The road distance is 85.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Genk without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs €10 - €15.

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

The train from Malines to Genk takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Genk bus from?

Mechelen to Genk bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Genk train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Genk?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Genk is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs €10 - €15. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and bus, which costs €12 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Mechelen to Genk bus arrive?

Mechelen to Genk bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Station perron 1.

Where does the Mechelen to Genk train arrive?

Mechelen to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Genk station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Genk?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Genk is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Mechelen to Genk.

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

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Mechelen to Genk - 3 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Mechelen to Genk 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 Malines to Genktrain Ic
1h 31m
€10–15
Line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven Station perron 1bus 20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leuven Station perron 11 to Diest Station perron 4bus 40
3. Take the bus from Diest Station perron 3 to Hasselt Station perron 9bus 56
3h 25m
€12
Drive 85.5 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Genkcar 85.5 km
1h 7m
€13–19

Mechelen to Genk by train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.5 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Mechelen, Belgium and Genk, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Malines to Genk every 2 hours. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Genk Station perron 13 via Leuven Station perron 1, Leuven Station perron 11, Diest Station perron 3, Hasselt Station perron 9, and Hasselt Station perron 14 in around 3h 25m.

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