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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Hoofddorp is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Hoofddorp is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €26 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Hoofddorp?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Hoofddorp. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Hoofddorp via Antwerpen-Centraal and Schiphol Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Hoofddorp?

The distance between Mechelen and Hoofddorp is 171 km. The road distance is 173 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Hoofddorp without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €26 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Mechelen to Hoofddorp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Hoofddorp train from?

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

Train or fly from Mechelen to Hoofddorp?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Hoofddorp is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €26 - €120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €85 - €300 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Mechelen to Hoofddorp train arrive?

Mechelen to Hoofddorp train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Hoofddorp?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Hoofddorp is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Mechelen to Hoofddorp.

Where can I stay near Hoofddorp?

There are 2847+ hotels available in Hoofddorp.

Mechelen to Hoofddorp - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Mechelen to Hoofddorp by train (Eurostar), 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 Malines to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol AirportEurostar / ...
1h 40m
€26–120
Train via Rotterdam
cheapest
1. Take the train from Malines to Rotterdam CSEc
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol AirportIntercity direct / ...
2h 22m
€24–106
Drive 173 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Hoofddorp173 km
2h 5m
€31–45
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)BRU - AMS
2h 8m
€86–294

Mechelen to Hoofddorp by train

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1h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.2 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Malines to Hoofddorp via Anvers-Central, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Schiphol Airport in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, KLM flies from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) 4 times a day.

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