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

The cheapest way to get from Reims to Mechelen is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reims to Mechelen is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Reims and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Reims to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Reims and arriving at Malines via Paris Nord and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Reims to Mechelen?

The distance between Reims and Mechelen is 474 km. The road distance is 230.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Reims to Mechelen without a car is to train via Paris which takes 3h 21m and costs €55 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Reims to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reims to Mechelen train from?

Reims to Mechelen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Reims station.

Train or bus from Reims to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Reims to Mechelen is to train via Paris which takes 3h 21m and costs €55 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €80 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Reims to Mechelen train arrive?

Reims to Mechelen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Est station.

Can I drive from Reims to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Reims to Mechelen is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Reims to Mechelen.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2517+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Reims to Mechelen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reims to Mechelen by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, train, plane, or train (TGV)

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 Paris
best
1. Take the train from Reims to Paris EstTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-ZuidEurostar
3h 21m
€59–228
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Brussels-North train stationSki74
6h 37m
€30–78
Drive 230.9 km
1. Drive from Reims to Mechelen230.9 km
2h 53m
€36–52
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)CDG - BRU
4h 1m
€106–323
Train (TGV)
1. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
4h 17m
€55–144

Reims to Mechelen by train and foot

54Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 474.4 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Reims to Malines via Paris Est, Paris Nord, Brussel-Zuid, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Brussels-North train station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €25–70 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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