What is the cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Calais is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Antwerp to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Antwerp to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Antwerp and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and arriving at Calais. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Antwerp and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Antwerp to Calais. However, there are services departing from Anvers-Central and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Antwerp to Calais?

The distance between Antwerp and Calais is 206 km. The road distance is 204.4 km.

How do I travel from Antwerp to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Calais without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs €17 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Antwerp to Calais?

The bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Calais takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Calais bus from?

Antwerp to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Calais train from?

Antwerp to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Anvers-Central station.

Train or bus from Antwerp to Calais?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Calais is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs €17 - €25. Alternatively, you can train via Brussels, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Antwerp to Calais bus arrive?

Antwerp to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais station.

Where does the Antwerp to Calais train arrive?

Antwerp to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Antwerp to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp to Calais is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Antwerp to Calais.

How do I get a train ticket from Antwerp to Calais?

Book your Antwerp to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Antwerp to Calais?

Book your Antwerp to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

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Antwerp to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Antwerp to Calais by bus, train (Eurostar, TGV), car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to CalaisN814
3h 10m
€17–25
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
3h 47m
€62–119
Drive 204.4 km
1. Drive from Antwerp to Calais204.4 km
2h 4m
€32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to BrugesIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Bruges to CalaisN814 / ...
4h 5m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille FlandresIc
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais VilleTer
4h 33m
€53–91

Antwerp to Calais by bus

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.7 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Antwerp, Belgium and Calais, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Calais every 3 hours. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Anvers-Central to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 47m.

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