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 €13 - €19 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen is to train via Anvers-Central which takes 54 min and costs €30 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Mechelen Biest via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B7 and Rumst Catenberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Mechelen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Malines. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Mechelen?

The distance between Rotterdam and Mechelen is 114 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 via Anvers-Central which takes 54 min and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Mechelen bus from?

Rotterdam to Mechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Mechelen train from?

Rotterdam to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen is to train via Anvers-Central which takes 54 min and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €19 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Mechelen bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Mechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Mechelen train arrive?

Rotterdam to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Mechelen is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m 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 993+ hotels available in Mechelen.

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

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

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Train via Anvers-Central
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Anvers-Centraltrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Malinestrain Ic / ...
54 min
€32–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 813 / ...
2. Take the bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B7 to Rumst Catenbergbus X19
3h 49m
€13–19
Drive 123.4 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Mechelencar 123.4 km
1h 23m
€22–32
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane AMS - BRU
2h 36m
€104–309
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Malinestrain Ec
1h 27m
€13–50

Rotterdam to Mechelen by train

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Distance: 113.6 km
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Malines via Anvers-Central in around 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Mechelen Biest via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B7 and Rumst Catenberg in around 3h 49m.

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