The cheapest and fastest trains from Vilvoorde to Mechelen
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vilvoorde to Mechelen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilvoorde to Mechelen will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Vilvoorde 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 11 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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 coach and train for Vilvoorde to Mechelen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vilvoorde to Mechelen 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 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 11 km
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£6 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why book with Omio vs Regional?
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Vilvoorde to Mechelen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Vilvoorde to Mechelen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Vilvoorde to Mechelen
Trains from Vilvoorde to Mechelen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 7m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Regional, SNCB from Vilvoorde to Mechelen trainsRegional, SNCB trains will get you between Vilvoorde and Mechelen 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: Vilvoorde to Mechelen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilvoorde 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 Vilvoorde and Mechelen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7, with access from Stationlei.
- Restaurant De Kuiper
- Bistro Vilvoorde
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel The Lodge Vilvoorde
- Campanile Hotel Brussels Vilvoorde
- Eurovolleycenter Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-4
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Train: SNCB/NMBS services
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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