The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Zaventem
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mechelen to Zaventem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mechelen to Zaventem will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mechelen for Zaventem every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Mechelen to Zaventem
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 16 km
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Live departures
Mechelen to Zaventem train times
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Zaventem trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:47 Mechelen | 0h38 | 07:25 Zaventem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:10 Mechelen | 0h10 | 07:20 Zaventem | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mechelen to Zaventem
Trains from Mechelen to Zaventem run on average 25 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 33m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Regional, EuroCity, SNCB from Mechelen to Zaventem trainsPKP Intercity, Regional, EuroCity, SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Zaventem from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Mechelen to Zaventem train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mechelen to Zaventem 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 Zaventem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mechelen and Zaventem
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Stationsstraat.
- Restaurant De Graspoort
- Il Cardinale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- NH Mechelen
- Hotel Elisabeth
- Martin's Patershof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and regional destinations
- Train: IC, S-train
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the main airport road.
- Restaurant Belair
- Black Pearls
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel
- Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport
- NH Brussels Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Brussels and other destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and information
- Train: SNCB/NMBS services
- Bus: Several lines available
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