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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Mechelen is to bus which costs €14 - €19 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Mechelen is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 29m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Malines via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Mechelen?

The distance between Whitstable and Mechelen is 488 km.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs €100 - €420.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Whitstable to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Mechelen train from?

Whitstable to Mechelen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Mechelen is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs €100 - €420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €19 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the time difference between Whitstable and Mechelen?

Mechelen is 1h ahead of Whitstable. It is currently 9:38 PM in Whitstable and 10:38 PM in Mechelen.

Where does the Whitstable to Mechelen train arrive?

Whitstable to Mechelen train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2506+ hotels available in Mechelen.

Whitstable to Mechelen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, Eurotunnel, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Whitstable to Mechelen by train (Eurostar), bus, car train, car, train, plane, or car ferry

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 Whitstable to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
4h 49m
€109–411
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
6h 35m
€14–18
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Mechelen
3h 32m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Brussels Airport (BRU)LHR - BRU
5h 20m
€112–343
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dover to Gent-DampoortMichalovce
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to MalinesL / ...
7h 5m
€18–26
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Whitstable to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Mechelen
4h 29m
€72–105
Train to London City Airport, fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)LCY - RTM
3. Take the train from Rotterdam CS to Malines
5h 49m
€132–380

Whitstable to Mechelen by train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 487.7 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Whitstable, England and Mechelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Whitstable to Malines via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines Busstation 4 times a week. Tickets cost €10–12 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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