Mechelen to Amsterdam train with NS International | IC Brussel

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Amsterdam

Showing times and prices for Jan 10

Cheapest price

$46

Average price

$74

Fastest journey

1 h 57 m

Average duration

2 h 1 m

Trains per day

106

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

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 $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Mechelen to Amsterdam without transferring at least once.

PKP Intercity3111+Eurostar9329
12:30PM2h15
Mechelen station
02:45PMAmsterdam Centraal
$461One-way
1 transfer
Regional4132+PKP Intercity3111+Eurostar9329
12:19PM2h26
Muizen
02:45PMAmsterdam Centraal
$471One-way
2 transfers
PKP Intercity3109+EuroCity9231+NS International | IC Brussel1849
10:34AM3h11
Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
01:45PMAmsterdam Zuid
$511One-way
2 transfers
PKP Intercity3309+EuroCity9231+NS International | IC Brussel1849
11:00AM2h45
Mechelen station
01:45PMAmsterdam Zuid
$511One-way
2 transfers
PKP Intercity3313+EuroCity9247+NS International | IC Brussel1865
03:00PM2h45
Mechelen station
05:45PMAmsterdam Zuid
$511One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, 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 €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 €7, and a flight costs an average of €107.

Distance: 95 miles (153 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Flight

€39

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€573

Average price

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 12m

Average total duration

2h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 15m

Average total duration

2h 15m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

NS International | IC Brussel

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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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 tomorrow, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:15 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
intercity3306+eurocity9219+ic_brussel18377:00 AM Mechelen station
2h45
9:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3306+eurocity9219+ntra_intercity6628+ic_brussel35327:00 AM Mechelen station
3h05
10:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
intercity3306+eurocity9219+ic_brussel1126 · 24297:00 AM Mechelen station
2h27
9:27 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3306+eurocity9219+ic_brussel1126 · 35377:00 AM Mechelen station
2h52
9:52 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional4128+intercity3307+eurostar-direct93097:19 AM Muizen
3h01
10:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
benerail_regional4128+intercity3307+eurostar-direct9309+ic_brussel18397:19 AM Muizen
2h56
10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional4128+intercity3307+eurocity9223+ic_brussel35417:19 AM Muizen
3h33
10:52 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional4128+intercity3107+eurocity_direct95317:19 AM Muizen
2h38
9:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3107+eurocity_direct95317:30 AM Mechelen station
2h27
9:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3107+eurostar-direct9309+ic_brussel18397:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h41
10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3107+eurostar-direct93097:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h46
10:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3107+eurocity_direct95317:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h23
9:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
benerail_regional13203+intercity3307+eurostar-direct9309+eurocity_direct95317:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h22
9:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional13203+intercity3307+eurocity9223+ic_brussel35417:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h17
10:52 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional13203+intercity3307+eurostar-direct9309+ic_brussel18397:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h40
10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional13203+intercity3307+eurostar-direct93097:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h45
10:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
intercity3307+eurostar-direct9309+eurocity_direct95318:00 AM Mechelen station
1h57
9:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3307+eurostar-direct9309+ic_brussel18398:00 AM Mechelen station
2h15
10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3307+eurostar-direct93098:00 AM Mechelen station
2h20
10:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3307+eurocity9223+ic_brussel35418:00 AM Mechelen station
2h52
10:52 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4129+intercity3308+eurostar-direct93158:19 AM Muizen
3h01
11:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
benerail_regional4129+intercity3108+eurocity_direct95358:19 AM Muizen
2h38
10:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3108+eurocity_direct95358:30 AM Mechelen station
2h27
10:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3108+eurostar-direct93158:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h46
11:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3108+eurocity_direct95358:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h23
10:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
benerail_regional13204+intercity3308+eurostar-direct93158:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h45
11:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
benerail_regional13204+intercity3308+eurocity9227+ic_brussel11348:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h17
11:52 AM Amsterdam Zuid4 transfers
benerail_regional13204+intercity3308+eurostar-direct9315+eurocity_direct95358:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h22
10:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3308+eurocity9227+ic_brussel1134 · 35459:00 AM Mechelen station
2h52
11:52 AM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3308+eurostar-direct93159:00 AM Mechelen station
2h20
11:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3308+eurostar-direct9315+eurocity_direct95359:00 AM Mechelen station
1h57
10:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4130+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel18499:19 AM Muizen
3h26
12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional4130+intercity3109+eurocity_direct95399:19 AM Muizen
2h38
11:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4130+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel23389:19 AM Muizen
4h06
1:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal3 transfers
benerail_regional4130+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ntra_intercity66409:19 AM Muizen
3h46
1:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
intercity3109+eurocity_direct95399:30 AM Mechelen station
2h27
11:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3109+eurocity9231+ic_brussel18499:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h11
12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3109+eurocity_direct95399:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h23
11:57 AM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3109+eurocity9231+ic_brussel23389:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h51
1:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
benerail_regional13205+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ntra_intercity66409:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h30
1:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
benerail_regional13205+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel11389:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h17
12:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid4 transfers
benerail_regional13205+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel23389:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h50
1:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal3 transfers
benerail_regional13205+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel18499:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h10
12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional13205+intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel11389:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h52
12:27 PM Amsterdam Zuid4 transfers
intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel1138 · 244110:00 AM Mechelen station
2h27
12:27 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel184910:00 AM Mechelen station
2h45
12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3309+eurocity9231+ntra_intercity6640+ic_brussel354410:00 AM Mechelen station
3h05
1:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel1138 · 354910:00 AM Mechelen station
2h52
12:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3309+eurocity9231+ic_brussel233810:00 AM Mechelen station
3h25
1:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
benerail_regional4131+intercity3310+eurocity9235+ntra_intercity664410:19 AM Muizen
3h46
2:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
benerail_regional4131+intercity3110+eurocity_direct954310:19 AM Muizen
2h38
12:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4131+intercity3132+eurostar-direct932910:19 AM Muizen
3h26
1:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
intercity3132+eurostar-direct932910:27 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h18
1:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3110+eurocity_direct954310:30 AM Mechelen station
2h27
12:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3132+eurostar-direct932910:33 AM Mechelen station
3h12
1:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3110+eurocity9235+ic_brussel234210:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h51
2:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
intercity3110+eurocity9235+ic_brussel185310:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h11
1:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3110+eurocity_direct954310:34 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h23
12:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
benerail_regional13206+intercity3310+eurocity9235+ntra_intercity664410:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h30
2:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
benerail_regional13206+intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel185310:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h10
1:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional13206+intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel114210:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
2h52
1:27 PM Amsterdam Zuid4 transfers
benerail_regional13206+intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel234210:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h50
2:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal3 transfers
benerail_regional13206+intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel114210:35 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel
3h17
1:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid4 transfers
intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel234211:00 AM Mechelen station
3h25
2:25 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
intercity3310+eurocity9235+ntra_intercity6644+ic_brussel354811:00 AM Mechelen station
3h05
2:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel1142 · 355311:00 AM Mechelen station
2h52
1:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel185311:00 AM Mechelen station
2h45
1:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3310+eurocity9235+ic_brussel1142 · 244511:00 AM Mechelen station
2h27
1:27 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional4132+intercity3311+eurocity9239+ntra_intercity664811:19 AM Muizen
3h47
3:06 PM Amsterdam Zuid4 transfers
benerail_regional4132+intercity3311+eurocity9239+ic_brussel185711:19 AM Muizen
3h26
2:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional4132+intercity3111+eurocity_direct954711:19 AM Muizen
2h38
1:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4132+intercity3111+eurostar-direct932911:19 AM Muizen
2h26
1:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
intercity3111+eurostar-direct932911:30 AM Mechelen station
2h15
1:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3111+eurocity_direct954711:30 AM Mechelen station
2h27
1:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3311+eurocity9239+ntra_intercity6648+ic_brussel355212:00 PM Mechelen station
3h06
3:06 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3311+eurocity9239+ic_brussel1146 · 244912:00 PM Mechelen station
2h27
2:27 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3311+eurocity9239+ic_brussel1146 · 355712:00 PM Mechelen station
2h52
2:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3311+eurocity9239+ic_brussel185712:00 PM Mechelen station
2h45
2:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4133+intercity3312+eurostar-direct933912:19 PM Muizen
3h01
3:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
benerail_regional4133+intercity3112+eurocity_direct955112:19 PM Muizen
2h38
2:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4133+intercity3312+eurocity9243+ntra_intercity665212:19 PM Muizen
3h46
4:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
benerail_regional4133+intercity3312+eurostar-direct9339+ic_brussel185912:19 PM Muizen
2h56
3:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3112+eurocity_direct955112:30 PM Mechelen station
2h27
2:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3312+eurocity9243+ic_brussel1150 · 35611:00 PM Mechelen station
2h52
3:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3312+eurocity9243+ntra_intercity6652+ic_brussel35561:00 PM Mechelen station
3h05
4:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
intercity3312+eurostar-direct9339+ic_brussel18591:00 PM Mechelen station
2h15
3:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3312+eurostar-direct9339+eurocity_direct95511:00 PM Mechelen station
1h57
2:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3312+eurostar-direct93391:00 PM Mechelen station
2h20
3:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
benerail_regional4134+intercity3313+eurocity9247+ntra_intercity66561:19 PM Muizen
3h46
5:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
benerail_regional4134+intercity3113+eurocity_direct95551:19 PM Muizen
2h38
3:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4134+intercity3313+eurocity9247+ic_brussel18651:19 PM Muizen
3h26
4:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3113+eurocity_direct95551:30 PM Mechelen station
2h27
3:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3313+eurocity9247+ic_brussel1154 · 35652:00 PM Mechelen station
2h52
4:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3313+eurocity9247+ic_brussel18652:00 PM Mechelen station
2h45
4:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3313+eurocity9247+ic_brussel1154 · 24572:00 PM Mechelen station
2h27
4:27 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3313+eurocity9247+ntra_intercity6656+ic_brussel35602:00 PM Mechelen station
3h05
5:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
benerail_regional4135+intercity3114+eurocity_direct95592:19 PM Muizen
2h38
4:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
benerail_regional4135+intercity3314+eurostar-direct9351+ic_brussel18672:19 PM Muizen
2h56
5:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
benerail_regional4135+intercity3314+eurocity9251+ntra_intercity66602:19 PM Muizen
3h46
6:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
benerail_regional4135+intercity3314+eurostar-direct93512:19 PM Muizen
3h01
5:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
intercity3114+eurocity_direct95592:30 PM Mechelen station
2h27
4:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
intercity3314+eurocity9251+ntra_intercity6660+ic_brussel35643:00 PM Mechelen station
3h05
6:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
intercity3314+eurocity9251+ic_brussel1158 · 35693:00 PM Mechelen station
2h52
5:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid3 transfers
intercity3314+eurostar-direct9351+eurocity_direct95593:00 PM Mechelen station
1h57
4:57 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
intercity3314+eurostar-direct93513:00 PM Mechelen station
2h20
5:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
intercity3314+eurostar-direct9351+ic_brussel18673:00 PM Mechelen station
2h15
5:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Mechelen to Amsterdam

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NetherlandsNetherlands
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Trains from Mechelen to Amsterdam run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 1h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)
Distance
95 miles (153 km)
Average train duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$21 (€17)
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 20m
First train
00:23
Last train
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)

Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Eurostar, PKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, SNCB from Mechelen to Amsterdam trainsNS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Eurostar, PKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Amsterdam from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

NS International | IC Brussel

About
NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The "IC Brussel" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries.
Luggage & cancellation policy
NS International | IC Brussel frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

EuroCity

About
EuroCity (EC) is an international train category and brand for inter-city trains that cross international borders within Europe. These trains are a collaboration between various European rail companies, including Deutsche Bahn (Germany), Trenitalia (Italy), SBB (Switzerland), and ÖBB (Austria). EuroCity trains connect major cities across Europe, offering both first and second-class coaches. They are known for meeting specific criteria for comfort, speed, cleanliness, and onboard food service, including air-conditioned cars and dining facilities. EuroCity services aim to provide convenient and comfortable cross-border travel, with stops typically lasting no more than 5 to 15 minutes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€29)
EuroCity frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car or bistro service available on most routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended, available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
$92 (€74)
Eurostar frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

PKP Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term "InterCity" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, "Intercity" or "IC" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
PKP Intercity frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Eurocity Direct

Luggage & cancellation policy
Eurocity Direct frequency
9 a day

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 36m
Cheapest Price
$56 (€45)
SNCB frequency
16 a day

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.

FAQs
The distance by train from Mechelen to Amsterdam is 95 miles (153 km).
In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise for scenic views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets, art galleries, and cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a variety of goods and Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience for an interactive brewery tour, or discover the NEMO Science Museum, a hands-on science center. Don't miss the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum for art, the historic Anne Frank House, the urban Vondelpark, and Dam Square featuring the Royal Palace.
Three to four days are ideal for exploring Amsterdam's main attractions, enjoying its museums, and experiencing its vibrant culture.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Mechelen to Amsterdam.
The first train from Mechelen to Amsterdam leaves at 12:23 AM.
Yes, a day trip from Mechelen to Amsterdam is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 20m and covers 95 miles (153 km). Trains run 11 times per day.
The train journey from Mechelen to Amsterdam offers pleasant views, especially as it passes through the Dutch countryside, showcasing fields, small towns, and waterways, but it is not typically considered a notably scenic route compared to other European train journeys.
The last train from Mechelen to Amsterdam leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Mechelen to Amsterdam.
Yes, there is a direct train from Mechelen to Amsterdam. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by NS International | IC Brussel.
Train ticket prices from Mechelen to Amsterdam can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€17), while the average price is around $49 (€39).
The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Amsterdam is by bus, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The train from Mechelen to Amsterdam takes 1h 20m and runs 11 per day.
The train station in Mechelen that goes to Amsterdam is Mechelen station, which connects to Amsterdam Centraal.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Mechelen to Amsterdam.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Mechelen to Amsterdam

Mechelen
Amsterdam
The major train station for departures in Mechelen is Mechelen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mechelen for your trip from Mechelen to Amsterdam.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Stationsstraat.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant De Graspoort
  • Il Cardinale
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • NH Mechelen
  • Hotel Elisabeth
  • Martin's Patershof
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and regional destinations
Public transit options for Mechelen
  • Train: IC, S-train
  • Bus: Several lines available
Mechelen-NekkerspoelParkingDiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
MuizenParkingDiningWCBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
WCWC
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km

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