The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mechelen to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mechelen to Rotterdam will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 19 trains that leave Mechelen for Rotterdam on Sat, Mar 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.
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Compare train and bus for Mechelen to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 $10, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mechelen to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Rotterdam trains for today, Friday, March 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1779+ 9219 | 7:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h37 | 8:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9219 | 7:24 AM Mechelen station | 1h26 | 8:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2758+ 2629+ 9309 | 7:32 AM Muizen | 1h30 | 9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2758+ 2629+ 9531 | 7:32 AM Muizen | 1h45 | 9:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1757+ 9309 | 7:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h14 | 9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2629+ 9309 | 7:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h08 | 9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
7388+ 9223 | 7:55 AM Muizen | 1h55 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1780+ 9223 | 8:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h37 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9223 | 8:24 AM Mechelen station | 1h26 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2759+ 2630+ 9415 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 1h30 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2759+ 2630+ 9315 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 1h30 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2759+ 9227 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 2h18 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2759+ 2630+ 9535 | 8:32 AM Muizen | 1h45 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
3180 · 1958+ 9227 | 8:42 AM Muizen | 2h08 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1758+ 9315 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h13 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1758+ 9415 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h13 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1758+ 9535 | 8:49 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h28 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9415 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h08 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9535 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h23 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9315 | 8:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h08 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1781+ 9227 | 9:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h37 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9227 | 9:24 AM Mechelen station | 1h26 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2760+ 2631+ 9321 | 9:32 AM Muizen | 1h30 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2760+ 2631+ 9539 | 9:32 AM Muizen | 1h45 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2760+ 9231 | 9:32 AM Muizen | 2h18 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3181 · 1959+ 9231 | 9:42 AM Muizen | 2h08 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1759+ 9539 | 9:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h29 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1759+ 9321 | 9:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h14 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2631+ 9321 | 9:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h08 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2631+ 9539 | 9:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h23 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1782+ 9231 | 10:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h37 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9231 | 10:24 AM Mechelen station | 1h26 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2761+ 2632+ 9543 | 10:32 AM Muizen | 1h45 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
2761+ 9235 | 10:32 AM Muizen | 2h18 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3182 · 1960+ 9235 | 10:42 AM Muizen | 2h08 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1760+ 9543 | 10:48 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h29 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2632+ 9543 | 10:54 AM Mechelen station | 1h23 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mechelen to Rotterdam
Trains from Mechelen to Rotterdam run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Mechelen to Rotterdam trainsEuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Rotterdam from $10 (€8). 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 Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mechelen to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mechelen to Rotterdam
- 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: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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