Paris to Mechelen by train

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Overview: trains from Paris to Mechelen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Paris to Mechelen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:01 View journey
Last train 22:25 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 285
Trains / day 66 View all
Cheapest journey CA$74.10 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 41m
Train operators 11

Travelling from Paris to Mechelen by train

Want to know how to get from Paris to Mechelen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Paris to Mechelen take around 2 hours and 1 minute, covering a distance of approximately 285 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Paris is scheduled to depart at around  06:01. The last departure is usually at around 22:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Paris at around 06:01, with the last train leaving at around 22:01. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 66 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$74.10.

We think any time is a great time to visit Mechelen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Mechelen.

Is there a direct train from Paris to Mechelen?

The journey between Paris and Mechelen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Paris to Mechelen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Paris to Mechelen?

The Paris to Mechelen train travel takes about 2 hours and 1 minute, no matter when you leave.

What are the Paris to Mechelen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Mechelen leaving Paris at around 06:01 and the last train leaving at around 22:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Paris at around 06:01, with the final departure at 22:01.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.