Amsterdam to Mechelen train with Eurocity Direct

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Mechelen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€25

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€57

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 39 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

1 h 39 m

Trains on Sep 18

156

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Mechelen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Amsterdam to Mechelen will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Mechelen without transferring at least once.

  • NS International | IC Brussel1816+EuroCity9216
    7:14 AM2h23
    Amsterdam Zuid
    9:37 AMMechelen station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1812+EuroCity9212
    6:12 AM2h25
    Amsterdam Zuid
    8:37 AMMechelen station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel3524+EuroCity9224
    9:07 AM2h30
    Amsterdam Zuid
    11:37 AMMechelen station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1820+EuroCity9220
    8:14 AM2h23
    Amsterdam Zuid
    10:37 AMMechelen station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1824+EuroCity9224
    9:14 AM2h23
    Amsterdam Zuid
    11:37 AMMechelen station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Mechelen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Mechelen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. 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 bus costs an average of €16, while a flight costs an average of €259.

Distance: 153 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Flight
Driving

€33

Average price

€16

Average price

Cheapest

€259

Average price

€35

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 9m

Average total duration

2h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 28m

Average total duration

3h 28m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Mechelen is a bus with an average price of €16.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Mechelen:

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Mechelen costing on average €33.

A bus is €243 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Mechelen costing on average €259.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Mechelen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Mechelen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 39m.

Flight takes on average 3h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Mechelen including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Live departures

Amsterdam to Mechelen train times

The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Mechelen trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Eurostar9310+SNCB26076:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal
1h56
8:06 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9310+SNCB17796:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h02
8:12 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9316+SNCB17807:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h02
9:12 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9316+SNCB26087:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal
1h58
9:08 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9416+SNCB26087:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal
1h58
9:08 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9416+SNCB17807:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h02
9:12 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9316+SNCB26087:27 AM Schiphol Airport
1h41
9:08 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9416+SNCB26087:27 AM Schiphol Airport
1h41
9:08 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9520+Intercity2609+Regional27808:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
10:27 AM Muizen2 transfers
Eurocity Direct9520+Intercity26098:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
10:06 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9520+Regional17818:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
10:12 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel3520 · 1131+EuroCity9220+Regional31608:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
3h11
11:18 AM Muizen4 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3520 · 1131+EuroCity9220+Regional17598:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
10:47 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3520 · 1131+EuroCity92208:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
10:37 AM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1820+EuroCity92208:14 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
10:37 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel2422 · 1131+EuroCity9220+Regional17598:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
10:47 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2422 · 1131+EuroCity92208:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
10:37 AM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1131+Regional1982 · 3160+NS International | IC Brussel24228:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h44
11:18 AM Muizen4 transfers
Eurocity Direct9524+Intercity2610+Regional27819:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
11:27 AM Muizen2 transfers
Eurocity Direct9524+Intercity26109:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
11:06 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9524+Regional17829:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
11:12 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel3524 · 1135+Regional3161 · 19839:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
3h11
12:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3524 · 1135+EuroCity9224+Regional17609:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
11:47 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3524 · 1135+EuroCity92249:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
11:37 AM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1824+EuroCity92249:14 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
11:37 AM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel2426 · 1135+EuroCity9224+Regional17609:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
11:47 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2426 · 1135+EuroCity92249:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
11:37 AM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2426 · 1135+EuroCity9224+Regional19839:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h44
12:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
Intercity4035+EuroCity92289:49 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h48
12:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9528+Regional178310:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
12:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9528+Intercity2611+Regional278210:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
12:27 PM Muizen2 transfers
Eurocity Direct9528+Intercity261110:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
12:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel3528 · 1139+EuroCity922810:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
12:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3528 · 1139+EuroCity9228+Regional176110:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
12:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3528 · 1139+EuroCity9228+Regional316210:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
3h11
1:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1828+EuroCity9228+Regional1984 · 316210:14 AM Amsterdam Zuid
3h04
1:18 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1828+EuroCity9228+Regional176110:14 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h33
12:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1828+EuroCity922810:14 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
12:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel2430 · 1139+EuroCity9228+Regional198410:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h44
1:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2430 · 1139+EuroCity922810:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
12:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2430 · 1139+EuroCity9228+Regional176110:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
12:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
Eurocity Direct9532+Regional178411:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
1:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9532+Intercity261211:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
1:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9532+Intercity2612+Regional278311:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
1:27 PM Muizen2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3532 · 1143+EuroCity9232+Regional176211:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
1:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3532 · 1143+EuroCity923211:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
1:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3532 · 1143+EuroCity9232+Regional198511:07 AM Amsterdam Zuid
3h11
2:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1832+EuroCity923211:14 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
1:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel2434 · 1143+EuroCity9232+Regional176211:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
1:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2434 · 1143+EuroCity9232+Regional198511:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h44
2:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2434 · 1143+EuroCity923211:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
1:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
Intercity4043+EuroCity923611:49 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h48
2:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9536+Regional178512:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
2:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9536+Intercity261312:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
2:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9536+Intercity2613+Regional278412:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
2:27 PM Muizen2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3536 · 1147+EuroCity923612:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
2:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3536 · 1147+EuroCity9236+Regional176312:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
2:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3536 · 1147+EuroCity9236+Regional198612:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
3h11
3:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1836+EuroCity923612:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
2:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel1836+EuroCity9236+Regional1986 · 316412:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
3h04
3:18 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1836+EuroCity9236+Regional176312:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h33
2:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2438 · 1147+EuroCity923612:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
2:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2438 · 1147+EuroCity9236+Regional176312:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
2:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2438 · 1147+EuroCity9236+Regional198612:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h44
3:18 PM Muizen4 transfers
Eurocity Direct9540+Intercity26141:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
3:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9540+Intercity2614+Regional27851:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
3:27 PM Muizen2 transfers
Eurocity Direct9540+Regional17861:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
3:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel3540 · 1151+Intercity8086+EuroCity92401:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
3h00
4:07 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3540 · 1151+Regional1764+EuroCity92401:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
3:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3540 · 1151+EuroCity92401:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
3:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1840+EuroCity9240+Intercity80861:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h53
4:07 PM Muizen2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1840+EuroCity92401:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
3:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel2442 · 1151+EuroCity92401:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
3:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2442 · 1151+EuroCity9240+Intercity80861:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h33
4:07 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2442 · 1151+EuroCity9240+Regional17641:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
3:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
Intercity4051+EuroCity9244+Intercity80871:49 PM Amsterdam Centraal
3h18
5:07 PM Muizen2 transfers
Intercity4051+EuroCity92441:49 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h48
4:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9544+Intercity2615+Regional27862:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
4:27 PM Muizen2 transfers
Eurocity Direct9544+Intercity26152:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
4:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9544+Regional17872:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
4:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel3544 · 1155+EuroCity9244+Regional17652:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
4:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3544 · 1155+Intercity8087+EuroCity92442:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
3h00
5:07 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3544 · 1155+EuroCity92442:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
4:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1844+EuroCity92442:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
4:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel1844+EuroCity9244+Regional17652:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h33
4:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1844+EuroCity9244+Intercity80872:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h53
5:07 PM Muizen2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2446 · 1155+EuroCity92442:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
4:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2446 · 1155+EuroCity9244+Intercity80872:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h33
5:07 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2446 · 1155+EuroCity9244+Regional17652:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
4:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
Eurocity Direct9548+Intercity2616+Regional27873:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
5:27 PM Muizen2 transfers
Eurocity Direct9548+Regional17883:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h08
5:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurocity Direct9548+Intercity26163:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h02
5:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel3548 · 1159+EuroCity92483:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h30
5:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3548 · 1159+Regional1766+EuroCity92483:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
5:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel3548 · 1159+Intercity8088+EuroCity92483:07 PM Amsterdam Zuid
3h07
6:14 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1848+EuroCity9248+Intercity80883:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
3h00
6:14 PM Muizen2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel1848+EuroCity92483:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h23
5:37 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel2450 · 1159+EuroCity9248+Intercity80883:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h40
6:14 PM Muizen3 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2450 · 1159+EuroCity92483:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h03
5:37 PM Mechelen station2 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2450 · 1159+EuroCity9248+Regional17663:34 PM Amsterdam Zuid
2h13
5:47 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel3 transfers
Eurostar9370+SNCB26174:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1h56
6:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9370+SNCB17894:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h02
6:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9370+SNCB26174:27 PM Schiphol Airport
1h39
6:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9476+SNCB26185:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1h56
7:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9476+SNCB17905:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h02
7:12 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9476+SNCB26185:27 PM Schiphol Airport
1h39
7:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9382+SNCB26196:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1h56
8:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9382+SNCB31416:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h15
8:25 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9382+SNCB26196:27 PM Schiphol Airport
1h39
8:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9388+SNCB31427:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h15
9:25 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9388+SNCB26207:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1h56
9:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9388+SNCB26207:27 PM Schiphol Airport
1h39
9:06 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9398+SNCB26229:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1h59
11:09 PM Mechelen station1 transfer
Eurostar9398+SNCB31449:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h16
11:26 PM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1 transfer
Eurostar9398+SNCB26229:27 PM Schiphol Airport
1h42
11:09 PM Mechelen station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Mechelen

NetherlandsNetherlands
BelgiumBelgium
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Trains from Amsterdam to Mechelen run on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 1h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance
153 km
Average train duration
2h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Trains per day
41
Fastest train
1h 20m
First train
12:19 AM
Last train
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8

Train companies: Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam to Mechelen trainsEurocity Direct, EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam and Mechelen from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

EuroCity

About
EuroCity (EC) is an international train category and brand for inter-city trains that cross international borders within Europe. These trains are a collaboration between various European rail companies, including Deutsche Bahn (Germany), Trenitalia (Italy), SBB (Switzerland), and ÖBB (Austria). EuroCity trains connect major cities across Europe, offering both first and second-class coaches. They are known for meeting specific criteria for comfort, speed, cleanliness, and onboard food service, including air-conditioned cars and dining facilities. EuroCity services aim to provide convenient and comfortable cross-border travel, with stops typically lasting no more than 5 to 15 minutes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
EuroCity frequency
27 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car or bistro service available on most routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended, available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

NS International | IC Brussel

About
NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The \IC Brussel\" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS International | IC Brussel Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest NS International | IC Brussel Price
€22
NS International | IC Brussel frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurostar Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Eurostar Price
€30
Eurostar frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

Intercity

About
Intercity is a widely recognized brand for express train services that connect cities over longer distances, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \Intercity\" originated in the United Kingdom in 1966 with British Rail's electrification of the West Coast Main Line, becoming a brand for their main-line passenger routes. Today, Intercity services vary across Europe, with some countries like Switzerland offering modern, high-standard trains, while in others, they may be older compared to newer high-speed options. Many European countries use \"InterCity\" as an official brand name for regular, long-distance train services meeting specific speed and comfort criteria. For example, PKP Intercity is a major Polish rail operator connecting cities and tourist resorts within Poland and across Europe. Trenitalia's Intercity trains in Italy offer an affordable and widespread means of rail transport, connecting various cities and towns. These trains typically offer Standard and First Class services, with amenities like power sockets and sometimes catering."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Intercity Price
€35
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Eurocity Direct

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurocity Direct Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Eurocity Direct Price
€26

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
€45
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
4 a day

Thalys trains from Amsterdam to Mechelen

The Thalys is a high-speed train in France which travels to over 17 cities throughout Europe, making it a very handy railway company to take if you’re looking to explore several European countries in one. The Thalys train map connects several destinations in France—the most popular being the Thalys train from Paris to Brussels and onwards to Cologne or Amsterdam. Picking up cheap Thalys tickets is easy in the app; just book Ticketless Journeys in advance or add discount cards to get deals on your next trip to France.

Thalys Standard, Thalys Comfort or Thalys Premium fare types are available; you to compare prices for high-speed trains from Amsterdam to Mechelen on Omio. The differences between each class is WiFi speed, seat comfort and more quiet zones. With Premium tickets you get served a meal and drinks throughout the journey with access to the Thalys lounge and newspapers. Pick up a cheap Thalys ticket by travelling during off-peak, mid-week hours and by planning in advance. The cheapest day to travel by train on tends to be on a Tuesday or Wednesday.

By booking your train from Amsterdam to Mechelen with Omio, you can pay in EUR and receive travel updates in English, so if your Thalys train is cancelled, Omio will suggest alternatives—we are with you all the way.


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Thalys Trains from Antwerp to Cologne

The Thalys is a high-speed railroad company in France connecting the France to the rest of Europe and beyond. Perfect for multi-city train journeys in Europe.

When planning trips to Thalys destinations, consider checking back for offers on train tickets. Speak to the Customer Care team at the Omio help centre for cancellations or changes to your ticket from Antwerp to Cologne.

FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to Mechelen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Mechelen can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Amsterdam to Mechelen is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Amsterdam to Mechelen is 1h 20m to travel the 153 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Amsterdam to Mechelen leaves at 12:19 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Amsterdam to Mechelen leaves at 11:53 PM.
There are 41 trains a day from Amsterdam to Mechelen which require at least one change with Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Intercity, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Amsterdam to Mechelen. You can choose between Eurostar. Eurostar trains take around 1h 20m
When taking a train from Amsterdam to Mechelen, you can count on Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Intercity, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Mechelen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Amsterdam and Mechelen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Mechelen from Amsterdam is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Amsterdam to Mechelen is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Mechelen including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Amsterdam to Mechelen

Most Amsterdam to Mechelen trains use the Amsterdam Zuid to Mechelen station pair, with some services arriving at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Mechelen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Amsterdam
Arrival train stations in Mechelen

Which Amsterdam station do trains to Mechelen leave from?

Trains from Amsterdam to Mechelen leave from Amsterdam Zuid. The station is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre at Parnassusweg 819, 1082 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Amsterdam ZuidParnassusweg 819, 1082 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands+31 20 624 1111WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre

Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:

Tram5 · 18m · €2 · every ~12 min
Subway52 · 8m · €2 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.

More about Amsterdam Zuid
Amsterdam CentraalStationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, NetherlandsWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre

BusN87, N85, N88 · 6m · €1 · every ~2 min
Tram17, 2, 24 · 4m · €1 · every ~48 min
Subway52 · 1m · €1 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.

More about Amsterdam Centraal
Schiphol AirportEvert van de Beekstraat 202, 1118 CP Schiphol, Netherlands+31 20 794 0800WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Schiphol Airport from Amsterdam city centre

TrainSprinter, Intercity direct, Intercity · 16m · €4 · every ~16 min
BusSnelbus ipv trein · 30m
245 · 35m · €5
N97, 397 · 36m · €5 · every ~15 min
397, N97 · 39m · €5 · every ~15 min
N818 · 45m · €2
Shuttle25m · €6 · every ~3 min

Schiphol Airport train station facilities and services

Schiphol Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Grand Café Plaza, Café Rembrandt, Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Schiphol Airport. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Schiphol Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Schiphol Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Schiphol Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol Airport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel, Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, CitizenM Schiphol Airport.

More about Schiphol Airport

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