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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Mechelen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 100 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£42 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Rotterdam to Mechelen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Mechelen:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Mechelen costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Mechelen take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 34m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (1h 12m by train vs 1h 34m by car). Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £21 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 Mechelen from Rotterdam by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Rotterdam to Mechelen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Mechelen are Brussels, Antwerp, Leuven, Ghent and Bruges. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Mechelen 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.
Antwerp is known for diamonds, fashion and the baroque legacy of Rubens. Its compact centre pairs grand guild houses and lively squares with a creative, modern waterfront.
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.
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.
Travel to Mechelen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rotterdam to Mechelen.
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Mechelen:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Mechelen costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Mechelen take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 34m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Mechelen as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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