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

The cheapest way to get from Spa to Mechelen is to line 388 bus and train and line 20 bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Spa to Mechelen is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct train between Spa and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Spa to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Spa-Géronstère and arriving at Malines via Verviers-Central and Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Spa to Mechelen?

The distance between Spa and Mechelen is 134 km. The road distance is 131.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Spa to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €18 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Spa to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spa to Mechelen train from?

Spa to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Spa-Géronstère station.

Where does the Spa to Mechelen train arrive?

Spa to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Verviers-Central station.

Can I drive from Spa to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Spa to Mechelen is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Spa to Mechelen.

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

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2510+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Spa to Mechelen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 388 bus, line 20 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Spa to Mechelen 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 Spa-Géronstère to Verviers-CentralL / ...
2. Take the train from Verviers-Central to LouvainIc
3. Take the train from Louvain to MalinesL / ...
2h 15m
€18–25
Line 388 bus, train, line 20 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from SPA Place Royale to VERVIERS Gare Centrale295 / ...
2. Take the train from Verviers-Central to LouvainIc
3. Take the bus from Leuven Station perron 8 to Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein20 / ...
2h 33m
€15–21
Drive 131.2 km
1. Drive from Spa to Mechelen131.2 km
1h 47m
€21–29

Spa to Mechelen by train

222Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.3 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Spa-Géronstère to Malines via Verviers-Central and Louvain in around 2h 15m.

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