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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 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 £5, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 22 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m 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.
Compare the available ways to get from Mechelen to Antwerp, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (21m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £5 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.
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.
How to get to Antwerp from Mechelen by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Mechelen to Antwerp is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Antwerp are Brussels, Ghent, Bruges, Mechelen and Leuven. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Antwerp on Omio.
Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.
Ghent is known for its canals, medieval centre and lively student atmosphere. Historic quays, Gravensteen and Saint Bavo's Cathedral give the city a cultured yet relaxed character.
Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.
Mechelen is a compact Flemish city known for St Rumbold's Tower, handsome squares and canals. Its Burgundian past, historic churches and relaxed café culture give it a cultured but easy-going character.
Leuven is known for its historic university, brewing heritage and energetic student life. Its Gothic centre, led by the Grote Markt and Town Hall, feels grand yet easy-going.
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However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mechelen and Antwerp as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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