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Ghent to Mechelen

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ghent to Mechelen

Composite routes from Ghent to Mechelen

Cheapest

Navigate from Ghent to Mechelen

Continue onto Annonciadenstraat
1 km 711 m
Keep left onto Rozemarijnstraat
58 m
Turn left onto Martelaarslaan
2 km 373 m
Turn right onto Korte Bakkestraat
36 m
Turn right onto Korte Bakkestraat
84 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Malines
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.84–$12.63
Train from Termonde to Malines
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.06–$8.84
Bus from Gent Sint-Pietersstation perron 12 to Dendermonde
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Bus operators

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Gent Sint-Pietersstation perron 12 to Dendermonde
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ghent to Mechelen?

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Mechelen is to bus and train which costs $7.61 - $10.33 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ghent to Mechelen?

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Mechelen is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Mechelen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gent-Sint-Pieters and arriving at Malines. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Ghent to Mechelen?

The distance between Ghent and Mechelen is 57 km. The road distance is 68 km.

How do I travel from Ghent to Mechelen without a car?

The best way to get from Ghent to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $7.61 - $10.87 .

How long does it take to get from Ghent to Mechelen?

The train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Malines takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Mechelen train from?

Ghent to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gent-Sint-Pieters station.

Where does the Ghent to Mechelen train arrive?

Ghent to Mechelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Malines station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Mechelen is 68 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Ghent to Mechelen.

How do I get a train ticket from Ghent to Mechelen?

Book your Ghent to Mechelen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2415+ hotels available in Mechelen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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