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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Dortmund to Mechelen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Mechelen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $219.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $353 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Mechelen:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Mechelen costing on average $109 (€89).
A bus is $301 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Mechelen costing on average $353 (€287).
Other travel options to Mechelen take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 7m.
Bus takes on average 9h 15m.
Tickets start at around $109 (€89) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-61.05 (€-49.68). The journey takes 4h 2m versus 3h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Dortmund to Mechelen by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Dortmund to Mechelen trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Mechelen
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Belgium
Trains from Dortmund to Mechelen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 8:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar from Dortmund to Mechelen trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar trains will get you between Dortmund and Mechelen from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Mechelen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Mechelen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mechelen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Mechelen
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Subway
- Kleimann
- Linus
- Teheran
- Ringhotel Drees
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Hotel Fürst garden
- Hotel Unique Novum
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Westermanns Deli
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Ringhotel Drees
- La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen
- Hotel Neuhaus
- Cityhotel Dortmund
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Stationsstraat.
- Restaurant De Graspoort
- Il Cardinale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- NH Mechelen
- Hotel Elisabeth
- Martin's Patershof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and regional destinations
- Train: IC, S-train
- Bus: Several lines available
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