Utrecht to Mechelen by train

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Overview: trains from Utrecht to Mechelen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Utrecht 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 00:58 View journey
Last train 21:24 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 3m View journey
Distance (km) 127
Trains / day 44 View all
Cheapest journey CA$35.75 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 26m
Train operators 12

Discover Utrecht to Mechelen by train

Planning a train adventure from Utrecht to Mechelen? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost between Utrecht and Mechelen: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$35.75, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Utrecht to Mechelen train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:03.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 21:24.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:58.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 21:24.

  • 44 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 13 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Utrecht to Mechelen

The swiftest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 3 minutes, crossing a total distance of 127 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Utrecht and Mechelen?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Utrecht and Mechelen 12 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Maximising your travels to Mechelen

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Mechelen.

FAQs about the train journey from Utrecht to Mechelen

Want to know more about your journey from Utrecht to Mechelen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Utrecht to Mechelen covers a distance of 127 kilometres.

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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.