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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Trier is to bus which costs €17 - €40 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Trier is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Trier?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Trier. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Brussels-Nord and Luxembourg, Gare Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Trier?

The distance between Mechelen and Trier is 297 km. The road distance is 252.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Trier without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €30 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Mechelen to Trier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Trier train from?

Mechelen to Trier train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Mechelen to Trier?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Trier is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €30 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €40 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Mechelen to Trier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Trier?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Trier is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Mechelen to Trier.

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

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Where can I stay near Trier?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mechelen to Trier 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 Brussels-Nord to LuxembourgIc / ...
2. Take the train from Luxembourg, Gare Centrale to Trier, HauptbahnhofRe / ...
5h 39m
€30–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Trier central train stationN36
5h 40m
€17–36
Drive 252.7 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Trier252.7 km
2h 48m
€39–57
Bus via Luxembourg
1. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to LuxembourgBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg, Gare Rocade to Trier Hbf32005 / ...
5h 53m

Mechelen to Trier by train

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Distance: 296.7 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Mechelen, Belgium and Trier, Germany?

You can take a train from Malines to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Brussels-Nord, Luxembourg, and Luxembourg, Gare Centrale in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Trier central train station once daily. Tickets cost €13–30 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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