- Must visit
Museum Hof van Busleyden
A major museum on the Burgundian period, with interactive displays about the Low Countries and Mechelen’s past.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
17 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
17 m
Trains on 23 Sept
74
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Mechelen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Mechelen will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 74 trains from Antwerp to Mechelen, including 58 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2609
3132
1781
2608
9224
2609
2608
2611
2033
2031Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Mechelen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 22 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (21m by train vs 36m by car). Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Intercity, EuroCity, Regional.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Mechelen trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4536 | 14:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 15:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4536+ 1963 | 14:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 15:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
3136 | 15:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 15:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
3136 | 15:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 15:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9240 | 15:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 15:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9240+ 1764 | 15:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 15:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
2037 | 15:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 15:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1787 | 15:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 16:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2615 | 15:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 16:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4537+ 1964 | 15:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 16:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
4537 | 15:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 16:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3137 | 16:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 16:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3137 | 16:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 16:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
9244+ 1765 | 16:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 16:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
9244 | 16:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 16:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
2038 | 16:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 16:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1788 | 16:40 Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 17:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2616 | 16:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 17:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4538+ 1965 | 16:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 17:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
4538 | 16:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 17:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3138 | 17:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 17:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3138 | 17:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 17:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
9248 | 17:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 17:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9248+ 1766 | 17:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 17:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
2039 | 17:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 17:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1789 | 17:40 Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 18:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2617 | 17:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 18:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4539 | 17:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 18:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4539+ 1966 | 17:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 18:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
1996 | 0:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 0:38 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
1996 | 0:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h37 | 0:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3129 | 8:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 8:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3129 | 8:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 8:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
9212 | 8:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 8:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9212+ 1757 | 8:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 8:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
2030 | 8:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 8:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1780 | 8:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 9:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2608 | 8:51 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 9:08 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
2608+ 1957 | 8:51 Antwerp-Central | 0h29 | 9:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
4530 | 8:56 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 9:14 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3130 | 9:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 9:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
3130 | 9:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 9:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9216 | 9:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 9:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9216+ 1758 | 9:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h29 | 9:48 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
2031 | 9:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 9:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1781 | 9:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 10:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2609 | 9:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 10:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4531 | 9:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 10:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4531+ 1958 | 9:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 10:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
3131 | 10:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 10:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3131 | 10:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 10:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
9220+ 1759 | 10:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 10:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
9220 | 10:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 10:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
2032 | 10:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 10:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1782 | 10:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 11:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2610 | 10:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 11:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4532 | 10:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 11:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4532+ 1959 | 10:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 11:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
3132 | 11:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 11:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
3132 | 11:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 11:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9224 | 11:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 11:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9224+ 1760 | 11:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 11:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
2033 | 11:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 11:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1783 | 11:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 12:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2611 | 11:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 12:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4533 | 11:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 12:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4533+ 1960 | 11:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 12:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
3133 | 12:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 12:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3133 | 12:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 12:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
9228 | 12:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 12:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9228+ 1761 | 12:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 12:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
2034 | 12:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 12:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1784 | 12:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 13:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2612 | 12:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 13:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4534 | 12:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 13:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4534+ 1961 | 12:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 13:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
3134 | 13:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 13:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3134 | 13:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 13:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
9232 | 13:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 13:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
9232+ 1762 | 13:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 13:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
2035 | 13:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 13:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1785 | 13:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 14:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2613 | 13:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 14:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4535 | 13:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 14:12 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
4535+ 1962 | 13:54 Antwerp-Central | 0h26 | 14:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
3135 | 14:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h25 | 14:30 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
3135 | 14:05 Antwerp-Central | 0h20 | 14:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
9236+ 1763 | 14:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h28 | 14:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1 change | |
9236 | 14:19 Antwerp-Central | 0h18 | 14:37 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
2036 | 14:25 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 14:42 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
1786 | 14:39 Antwerp-Central | 0h33 | 15:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 0 changesdirect | |
2614 | 14:49 Antwerp-Central | 0h17 | 15:06 Mechelen station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Antwerp to Mechelen run on average 41 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 17m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Mechelen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mechelen trip today.
A major museum on the Burgundian period, with interactive displays about the Low Countries and Mechelen’s past.
Museum in the former palace of Margaret of Austria, presenting art and objects from Mechelen’s civic history.
Museum dedicated to toy making and play, with nostalgic collections and hands-on appeal for families.
Mechelen’s main square, lined with historic façades, terraces and key civic landmarks at the city’s heart.
A waterside walking route along the Dyle with boardwalk sections, bridges and close-up views of the city centre.
A green city park with lawns, mature trees and open space, popular for a quiet break near the centre.
A full-bodied golden ale brewed in Mechelen since the 15th century. It is closely tied to the city’s brewing heritage and local identity.
Strong dark abbey-style beer from Het Anker with rich malt, fruit and spice notes. It is one of Mechelen’s best-known traditional drinks.
Large white asparagus from nearby cultivation areas, traditionally served in season with butter, egg, parsley and often ham.
Historic brewery brasserie serving Gouden Carolus beers and hearty Belgian dishes in a traditional setting beside the brewery.
Stylish restaurant in a former church complex, known for refined Belgian-French cooking and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant focused on Belgian and French dishes, appreciated for polished service and a comfortable classic dining room.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and trains are fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis: round up. Cafés: small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Mechelen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mechelen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Antwerp to Mechelen trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Mechelen station pair, with some services arriving at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Mechelen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Antwerpen-Zuid is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zuidcafé, Restaurant Het Gerecht
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid, Hotel Rubenshof, Hotel Pilar.
Mechelen is 1 km from Mechelen city centre. Public transport options include:
Mechelen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Graspoort, Il Cardinale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mechelen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mechelen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mechelen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mechelen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mechelen: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Mechelen, Hotel Elisabeth, Martin's Patershof.
Mechelen-Nekkerspoel is 1 km from Mechelen city centre. Public transport options include:
Mechelen-Nekkerspoel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel.
ATMs are available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel.
Available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel: Parking, WC.
Available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Muizen is 3 km from Mechelen city centre. Public transport options include:
Muizen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Muizen.
Available at Muizen: Parking, WC.
Available at Muizen: Bike Parking.
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