Utrecht to Mechelen by train

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 £20.79, 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.