The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Mechelen for Amsterdam on Thu, Feb 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Mechelen to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $194.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $696 Average price |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mechelen to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Amsterdam trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9219+ 1837 | 7:24 AM Mechelen station | 2h20 | 9:44 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2758+ 2629+ 9531 | 7:32 AM Muizen | 2h22 | 9:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2758+ 2629+ 9309+ 3137 | 7:32 AM Muizen | 2h10 | 9:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
2758+ 2629+ 9309 | 7:32 AM Muizen | 2h18 | 9:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1757+ 9309 | 7:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h02 | 9:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1757+ 9309+ 3137 | 7:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h54 | 9:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
1757+ 9531 | 7:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h06 | 9:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2629+ 9531 | 7:54 AM Mechelen station | 2h00 | 9:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2629+ 9309+ 3137 | 7:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h48 | 9:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2629+ 9309 | 7:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h56 | 9:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
7388+ 9223+ 1841 | 7:55 AM Muizen | 2h49 | 10:44 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
9223+ 1841 | 8:24 AM Mechelen station | 2h20 | 10:44 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2759+ 2630+ 9415+ 3141 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 2h10 | 10:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
2759+ 2630+ 9415 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 2h18 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2759+ 2630+ 9315+ 3141 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 2h10 | 10:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
2759+ 2630+ 9535 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 2h22 | 10:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2759+ 2630+ 9315 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 2h18 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1758+ 9315+ 3141 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h53 | 10:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
1758+ 9415+ 3141 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h53 | 10:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
1758+ 9315 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h01 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1758+ 9535 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h05 | 10:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
1758+ 9415 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h01 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9415 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h56 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9415+ 3141 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h48 | 10:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2630+ 9535 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 2h00 | 10:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9315 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h56 | 10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9315+ 3141 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h48 | 10:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
9227+ 1845 | 9:24 AM Mechelen station | 2h20 | 11:44 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2760+ 2631+ 9539 | 9:32 AM Muizen | 2h22 | 11:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2760+ 2631+ 9321 | 9:32 AM Muizen | 2h18 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2760+ 2631+ 9321+ 3145 | 9:32 AM Muizen | 2h10 | 11:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
3181 · 1959+ 9231+ 1849 | 9:42 AM Muizen | 3h02 | 12:44 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
1759+ 9539 | 9:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h06 | 11:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
1759+ 9321 | 9:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h02 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1759+ 9321+ 3145 | 9:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h54 | 11:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
2631+ 9539 | 9:54 AM Mechelen station | 2h00 | 11:54 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2631+ 9321 | 9:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h56 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2631+ 9321+ 3145 | 9:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h48 | 11:42 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
1782+ 9231+ 1849 | 10:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h31 | 12:44 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
9231+ 1849 | 10:24 AM Mechelen station | 2h20 | 12:44 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9231+ 3249 | 10:24 AM Mechelen station | 2h45 | 1:09 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2761+ 2632+ 9543 | 10:32 AM Muizen | 2h22 | 12:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
1760+ 9543 | 10:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h06 | 12:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
2632+ 9543 | 10:54 AM Mechelen station | 2h00 | 12:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mechelen to Amsterdam
Trains from Mechelen to Amsterdam run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, PKP Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Mechelen to Amsterdam trainsNS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, PKP Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Amsterdam from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Mechelen to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mechelen to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mechelen to Amsterdam
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Orlyplein.
- Restaurant Helden
- Grand Café Hermes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk
- Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station
- MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, partially covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
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