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Trip Summary
There are usually 15 daily train trips available from Machelen to Alpen. Traveling by train from Machelen to Alpen usually takes 6 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 4 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 101 mi (162 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 16m |
| Lowest price | $52.38 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Machelen to Alpen?
2 train services operate from Machelen to Alpen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 3 | 7h 33m | $60.23 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 6h 16m | $52.97 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Machelen to Alpen start from $27, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Alpen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Machelen leaves from Buda(B) and one other station. And in Alpen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Machelen to Alpen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 16 minutes. If you are looking to get to Alpen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Machelen and Alpen is approximately 101 miles, or 162 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 16 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Machelen to Alpen are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Machelen at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 15 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alpen to Machelen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Machelen?
Main departure station: Diegem
There are two stations in Machelen where you can board the train to Alpen.
All train stations in Machelen:
Diegem
Buda(B)
Where is the train station in Alpen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Alpen has one train station.
All train stations in Alpen:
Train Station
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