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Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$15
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$23
Fastest journey on Oct 29
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
3 h 3 m
Buses on Oct 29
19
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mechelen to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mechelen to Amsterdam will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 19 buses from Mechelen to Amsterdam, including 19 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusBuses from Mechelen to Amsterdam run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Mechelen to Amsterdam.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Amsterdam buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:45 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h45 | 1:30 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h15 | 1:00 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 4h00 | 3:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h35 | 2:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h15 | 5:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h35 | 5:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 3h45 | 7:25 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 4h15 | 7:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h05 | 12:55 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 29 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h30 | 6:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h05 | 5:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 3h25 | 7:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Mechelen to Amsterdam buses use the to Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena. Use this guide to compare Mechelen and Amsterdam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
Available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Facilities available for persons with reduced mobility.
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