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

The cheapest way to get from Tessenderlo to Mechelen is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tessenderlo to Mechelen is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Tessenderlo and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Tessenderlo to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Tessenderlo Kerk and arriving at Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein via Diest Station perron 4 and Leuven Station perron 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Tessenderlo to Mechelen?

The distance between Tessenderlo and Mechelen is 77 km. The road distance is 47.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tessenderlo to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Tessenderlo to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tessenderlo to Mechelen bus from?

Tessenderlo to Mechelen bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Diest Station perron 4.

Train or bus from Tessenderlo to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Tessenderlo to Mechelen is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €15. Alternatively, you can line 40 bus and line 20 bus, which costs €9 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Tessenderlo to Mechelen bus arrive?

Tessenderlo to Mechelen bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Leuven Station perron 2.

Can I drive from Tessenderlo to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Tessenderlo to Mechelen is 48 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Tessenderlo to Mechelen.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2513+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Tessenderlo to Mechelen - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 40 bus

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

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 Diest to MalinesIc / ...
1h 52m
€15
Drive 47.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tessenderlo to Mechelen47.6 km
53 min
€8–11
Line 40 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Diest Station perron 4 to Leuven Station perron 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leuven Station perron 8 to Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein20 / ...
2h 13m
€9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tessenderlo to Mechelen47.6 km
53 min
€120–150

Tessenderlo to Mechelen by bus and train

142Weekly Services

1h 52mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.6 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Diest to Malines hourly. Tickets cost €12 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tessenderlo Kerk to Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein via Diest Station perron 4 and Leuven Station perron 8 in around 2h 13m.

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