The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Duffel
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
7 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mechelen to Duffel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mechelen to Duffel will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 22 trains that leave Mechelen for Duffel on Mon, May 11, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest trains will take 7 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.
12:00 PM0h07Mechelen12:07 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
12:21 PM0h09Mechelen12:30 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
12:48 PM0h07Mechelen12:55 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
1:21 PM0h09Mechelen1:30 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
1:48 PM0h07Mechelen1:55 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM0h07Mechelen12:07 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
12:48 PM0h07Mechelen12:55 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
1:48 PM0h07Mechelen1:55 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
2:48 PM0h07Mechelen2:55 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
3:48 PM0h07Mechelen3:55 PMDuffel$61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Mechelen to Duffel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Duffel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mechelen to Duffel:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mechelen to Duffel costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Duffel take longer:
Bus takes on average 20m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (14m by train vs 20m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Regional, SNCB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Mechelen to Duffel train times
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Duffel trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 PM Mechelen | 0h07 | 12:07 PM Duffel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:21 PM Mechelen | 0h09 | 12:30 PM Duffel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:48 PM Mechelen | 0h07 | 12:55 PM Duffel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:21 PM Mechelen | 0h09 | 1:30 PM Duffel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:48 PM Mechelen | 0h07 | 1:55 PM Duffel | 0 transfersDirect |
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Why book with Omio vs Regional?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Regional, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Mechelen to Duffel.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Mechelen to Duffel.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mechelen to Duffel
Trains from Mechelen to Duffel run on average 11 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 7m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Regional, SNCB from Mechelen to Duffel trainsRegional, SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Duffel from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCB
FAQs: Trains from Mechelen to Duffel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mechelen to Duffel 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 Duffel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mechelen to Duffel
- 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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