To Mechelen by train
With Eurocity Direct and Eurostar
- From € 17 one-way trip with Eurocity Direct
- From € 34 one-way trip with Eurostar
- Travel time Amsterdam - Mechelen 2.12 hrs Eurocity Direct
- Travel time Amsterdam - Mechelen 1.47 hrs Eurostar
Travel information
You can travel to Mechelen directly with Eurocity Direct or travel to Antwerp with the high-speed Eurostar train where you change trains to get to Mechelen. Choose which train to Mechelen meets your needs the best.
| Travel with Eurocity Direct | Travel with Eurostar | Header | Header | Header |
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| No reservation required | Fast and comfortable travel to Belgium | Content | Content | Content |
| Flexibility with full-flex | Reserved seats | Content | Content | Content |
| Discount with your NS abonnement* | Early booking = lowest prices | Content | Content | Content |
Prices train tickets Mechelen
There are different types of Eurostar rates each with related prices. Train ticket prices depend on the time of booking and travel.
The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Options flexibility Eurostar
Eurostar Standard
- Change without charge up to 1 hour before departure
- Cancellation with € 25 fee up to 7 days before departure
- Limited availability
Eurostar Plus
- Change without charge up to 1 hour before departure
- Cancellation with € 25 fee up to 7 days before departure
- Sufficient available
Eurostar Premier
- Change without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Cancel without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Almost always available
Eurostar Premier
- Change without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Cancel without charge up to 48 hours after departure
Almost always available
Prices Eurocity Direct route Amsterdam - Mechelen
| Free travel NS route | Free travel NS route | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd class | 1st class | |||
| Flex rate | € 41,30 | € 11,40 | € 67,60 | € 17,60 |
| Saver | € 16,60 | € 4,60 | € 33,80 | € 8,80 |
Prices are calculated from Amsterdam Central Station, one-way. The prices of Eurocity Direct and EuroCity are based on kilometres – if you depart form a station that is closer to Mechelen, then the trip is cheaper.
Book in advance and save money
Eurostar tickets to Mechelen can be booked up to 7 months in advance.
You can book your tickets for Eurocity Direct and EuroCity as early as 180 days in advance. You can book the advantageous Saver fare, availability is limited.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed during your trip of the possible changes.
Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam.
Facilities on board the train
We gladly inform you about all facilities on board so that you can make your journey more comfortable.
Read all about the facilities and practical issues of Eurostar
Read all about the facilities and practical issues of Eurocity Direct
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