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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Mechelen
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Mechelen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Mechelen will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 5 trains that leave Paris for Mechelen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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, coach and flight for Paris to Mechelen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Mechelen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 286 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £191 Average Price |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Mechelen train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Mechelen trains for tomorrow, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:23 Paris | 2h15 | 07:38 Mechelen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:49 Paris | 2h24 | 09:13 Mechelen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Paris | 2h41 | 09:41 Mechelen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:25 Paris | 2h16 | 10:41 Mechelen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:31 Paris | 2h42 | 12:13 Mechelen | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Mechelen
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Belgium
Trains from Paris to Mechelen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 00:34 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Eurostar, SNCF from Paris to Mechelen trainsEurostar, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Mechelen from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paris to Mechelen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Mechelen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
ParkingDiningWCBike ParkingParkingDiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalMore options for your journey from Paris to Mechelen
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