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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Mechelen is to train which costs €12 - €17 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Mechelen is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Mechelen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ostende and arriving at Malines. Services depart five times a day, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Ostend to Mechelen?

The distance between Ostend and Mechelen is 119 km. The road distance is 125.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €12 - €17.

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

The train from Ostende to Malines takes 1h 24m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Mechelen train from?

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

Where does the Ostend to Mechelen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ostend to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Mechelen is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Ostend to Mechelen.

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

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2522+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Ostend to Mechelen - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 30 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ostend to Mechelen by train, car, or bus

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 Ostende to MalinesIc
1h 24m
€12–17
Drive 125.5 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Mechelen125.5 km
1h 23m
€19–28
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Ostende to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to MalinesL / ...
2h 1m
€15–25
Line 30 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C730
2. Take the train from Bruges to MalinesL / ...
3h 22m
€15–21

Ostend to Mechelen by train

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1h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Ostende to Malines 5 times a day. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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