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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen is to bus which costs €7 - €35 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Mechelen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam CS and arriving at Malines. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Mechelen?

The distance between Rotterdam and Mechelen is 125 km. The road distance is 123.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs €12 - €29.

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

The train from Rotterdam CS to Malines takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Mechelen train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs €12 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €35 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Mechelen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Mechelen is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Rotterdam to Mechelen.

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

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2398+ hotels available in Mechelen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam CS to Malinestrain Ec
1h 28m
€12–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Antwerpbus 814 / ...
2h 11m
€8–30
Drive 123.4 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Mechelencar 123.4 km
1h 22m
€22–32
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane AMS - BRU
2h 30m
€93–357

Rotterdam to Mechelen by train

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.6 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Rotterdam CS to Malines hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Antwerp every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–25 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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