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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Mechelen
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Mechelen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Mechelen will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe to Mechelen without transferring at least 2 times.
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5:59 AM5h57Karlsruhe11:56 AMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers- 8:37 AM5h18Karlsruhe1:55 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 10:37 AM5h19Karlsruhe3:56 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 12:37 PM5h18Karlsruhe5:55 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 2:37 PM5h18Karlsruhe7:55 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 8:37 AM5h18Karlsruhe1:55 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 12:37 PM5h18Karlsruhe5:55 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 2:37 PM5h18Karlsruhe7:55 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 10:37 AM5h19Karlsruhe3:56 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
- 4:37 PM5h19Karlsruhe9:56 PMMechelen$1271One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Karlsruhe to Mechelen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Mechelen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $151.
Distance: 222 miles (358 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Mechelen:
A bus is $105 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Mechelen costing on average $165 (€134).
Other travel options to Mechelen take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 18m.
Tickets start at around $165 (€134) compared to roughly $90 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-75.15 (€-60.98). The journey takes 5h 54m versus 5h 27m 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.
Live departures
Karlsruhe to Mechelen train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Mechelen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:59 AM Karlsruhe | 5h57 | 11:56 AM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
| 8:37 AM Karlsruhe | 5h18 | 1:55 PM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
| 10:37 AM Karlsruhe | 5h19 | 3:56 PM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
| 12:37 PM Karlsruhe | 5h18 | 5:55 PM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
| 2:37 PM Karlsruhe | 5h18 | 7:55 PM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
| 4:37 PM Karlsruhe | 5h19 | 9:56 PM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
| 6:37 PM Karlsruhe | 5h23 | 12:00 AM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
| 9:59 PM Karlsruhe | 11h56 | 9:55 AM Mechelen | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Mechelen
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Mechelen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $151 (€122) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 222 miles (358 km) distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 222 miles (358 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $151 (€122) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Karlsruhe to Mechelen trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Mechelen from $55 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Mechelen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe 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: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Beim Schupi
- Rosenstüble 2.0
- Saloniki
- Rote Taube
- Beim Schupi
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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