Cities Near Antwerp
Cities near Antwerp, Belgium: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Mechelen, Lier, Gent. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Antwerp, Belgium is Mechelen, about 14 mi (22 km) away — roughly 27 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MechelenA carillon-filled old city | 14 mi / 22 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| LierA quiet Belgian gem | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| GentMedieval towers and canals | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| BrugesA fairy-tale canal city | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| BrusselsThe Belgian capital | 26 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sint-Niklaas | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bergen op Zoom | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Roosendaal | 22 mi / 35 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Aalst | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Leuven | 27 mi / 43 km | 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Antwerp
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Mechelen, Lier, Gent, Bruges, Brussels. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Antwerp include Mechelen, Lier, Gent, Bruges, Brussels. The closest is Mechelen, about 14 miles (22 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.