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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Mechelen

Showing times and prices for 06 Aug

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

49 m

Average duration

52 m

Trains per day

53

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Mechelen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ghent to Mechelen will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 53 trains that leave Ghent for Mechelen every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.

  • Intercity1511+Regional1961
    12:001h13
    Ghent St Pieters
    13:13Mechelen station
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity4109
    9:570h49
    Ghent St Pieters
    10:46Mechelen station
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Regional560
    11:211h06
    Ghent St Pieters
    12:27Mechelen station
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity3030 · 3131
    9:091h16
    Ghent St Pieters
    10:25Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity1510+Regional1960
    11:001h20
    Ghent St Pieters
    12:20Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
    £101One-way
    1 change

Live departures

Ghent to Mechelen train times

The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Mechelen trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Intercity10:27 Ghent
1h10
11:37 Mechelen0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 August
Intercity1507 · 20078:04 Ghent St Pieters
1h13
9:17 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity1507 · 2007+Regional27798:04 Ghent St Pieters
1h23
9:27 Muizen2 changes
Intercity3029 · 31308:09 Ghent St Pieters
1h16
9:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity7009 · 31088:20 Ghent St Pieters
1h12
9:32 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity7009 · 31088:20 Ghent St Pieters
1h06
9:26 Mechelen station1 change
Regional557 · 31808:20 Ghent St Pieters
1h22
9:42 Muizen1 change
Regional5578:20 Ghent St Pieters
1h07
9:27 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity507+Regional17588:25 Ghent St Pieters
1h23
9:48 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19701+Regional17818:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h45
10:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19701+EuroCity9216+Regional17588:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h21
9:48 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel2 changes
Intercity19701+EuroCity92168:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h10
9:37 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity41088:57 Ghent St Pieters
0h49
9:46 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity4108+Regional27808:57 Ghent St Pieters
1h30
10:27 Muizen1 change
Intercity1508+Regional19589:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h20
10:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity1508+Regional19589:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h13
10:13 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity1508+Regional1958 · 31599:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h18
10:18 Muizen2 changes
Intercity3030 · 31319:09 Ghent St Pieters
1h16
10:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Regional558 · 31819:20 Ghent St Pieters
1h22
10:42 Muizen1 change
Regional5589:20 Ghent St Pieters
1h07
10:27 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity508+Regional17599:25 Ghent St Pieters
1h22
10:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19711+Regional17829:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h45
11:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19711+Regional1759+EuroCity92209:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h20
10:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel2 changes
Intercity19711+EuroCity92209:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h10
10:37 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity41099:57 Ghent St Pieters
0h49
10:46 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity4109+Regional27819:57 Ghent St Pieters
1h30
11:27 Muizen1 change
Intercity1509+Regional195910:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h20
11:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity1509+Regional1959 · 316010:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h18
11:18 Muizen2 changes
Intercity1509+Regional195910:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h13
11:13 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity3031 · 313210:09 Ghent St Pieters
1h17
11:26 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Regional559 · 318210:21 Ghent St Pieters
1h21
11:42 Muizen1 change
Regional55910:21 Ghent St Pieters
1h06
11:27 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity509+Regional176010:25 Ghent St Pieters
1h22
11:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19707+Regional178310:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h45
12:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19707+Regional1760+EuroCity922410:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h20
11:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel2 changes
Intercity19707+EuroCity922410:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h10
11:37 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity411010:57 Ghent St Pieters
0h49
11:46 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity4110+Regional278210:57 Ghent St Pieters
1h30
12:27 Muizen1 change
Intercity1510+Regional196011:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h13
12:13 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity1510+Regional1960 · 316111:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h18
12:18 Muizen2 changes
Intercity1510+Regional196011:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h20
12:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity3032 · 313311:09 Ghent St Pieters
1h16
12:25 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Regional560 · 318311:21 Ghent St Pieters
1h21
12:42 Muizen1 change
Regional56011:21 Ghent St Pieters
1h06
12:27 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity510+Regional176111:25 Ghent St Pieters
1h22
12:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19709+Regional178411:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h45
13:12 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity19709+EuroCity922811:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h10
12:37 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity19709+Regional1761+EuroCity922811:27 Ghent St Pieters
1h20
12:47 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel2 changes
Intercity411111:57 Ghent St Pieters
0h49
12:46 Mechelen station0 changesdirect
Intercity4111+Regional278311:57 Ghent St Pieters
1h30
13:27 Muizen1 change
Intercity1511+Regional196112:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h20
13:20 Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 change
Intercity1511+Regional1961 · 316212:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h18
13:18 Muizen2 changes
Intercity1511+Regional196112:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h13
13:13 Mechelen station1 change
Intercity1511+Regional276312:00 Ghent St Pieters
1h32
13:32 Muizen1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ghent to Mechelen

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Trains from Ghent to Mechelen run on average 38 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
53 km
Average train duration
59m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
38
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
40m
First train
0:16
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Regional, Intercity, SNCB from Ghent to Mechelen trainsRegional, Intercity, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Mechelen from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£6
Intercity frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Intercity

Regional

About
The term \Regional\" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, \"Regionalbahn\" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£7
Regional frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£9
SNCB frequency
25 a day
Learn more about SNCB

Complete guide to Mechelen

Things to do in Mechelen

Discover the best of Mechelen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mechelen trip today.

  • Must visit

Museum Hof van Busleyden

A major museum on the Burgundian period, with interactive displays about the Low Countries and Mechelen’s past.

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  • Recommended

Kazerne Dossin

Museum in the former palace of Margaret of Austria, presenting art and objects from Mechelen’s civic history.

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  • Recommended

Speelgoedmuseum Mechelen

Museum dedicated to toy making and play, with nostalgic collections and hands-on appeal for families.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and trains are fairly reasonable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis: round up. Cafés: small change is enough.

FAQs: Ghent to Mechelen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ghent to Mechelen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Ghent to Mechelen covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 38 per day.
The train distance from Ghent to Mechelen is 53 km.
The first train from Ghent to Mechelen leaves at 0:16.
The last train from Ghent to Mechelen departs at 23:57.
Trains from Ghent to Mechelen run approximately 38 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ghent to Mechelen.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ghent and Mechelen. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Regional, Intercity, SNCB.
To travel from Ghent to Mechelen, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Ghent to Mechelen.
The train station in Ghent that goes to Mechelen is Ghent St Pieters, and it arrives at Mechelen station.
The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Mechelen is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Ghent to Mechelen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ghent to Mechelen offers a pleasant view of the Belgian countryside, featuring rolling fields and charming villages, but it is not typically considered one of the most scenic routes in Belgium.
Yes, a day trip from Ghent to Mechelen is feasible as the journey takes 40m, with trains running 14 times per day and covering a distance of 53 km.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Mechelen, allowing time to visit its historic sites, museums, and enjoy local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Ghent to Mechelen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Mechelen

Most Ghent to Mechelen trains use the Gent St Pieters to Mechelen station pair, with some services arriving at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Mechelen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Ghent
Arrival train stations in Mechelen

Which Ghent station do trains to Mechelen leave from?

Trains from Ghent to Mechelen leave from Gent St Pieters. The station is 2 km from Ghent city centre at Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium.
Gent St PietersKoningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre

Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus60 · 8m · £3 · every ~3 min
TramT1, Gf, T3, T4 · 14m · £3 · every ~32 min

Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services

Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.

More about Gent St Pieters
Gent-DampoortKasteellaan 447, 9000 Ghent, Belgium+32 9 241 22 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre

Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus10, 11, 12a, 12b · 9m · £3 · every ~20 min

Gent-Dampoort train station facilities and services

Gent-Dampoort 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.

Merelbeke9050 Ghent, BelgiumParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Merelbeke from Ghent city centre

Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS52, L, Ic, P · 5m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus33 · 19m · £3 · every ~4 min
TramT1, Gf, T3, T4 · 27m · £4 · every ~32 min

Merelbeke train station facilities and services

Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Merelbeke: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.

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