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

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk is to train which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Antwerp and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Antwerp to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Antwerp and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Antwerp to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Anvers-Central and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Antwerp to Dunkirk?

The distance between Antwerp and Dunkirk is 232 km. The road distance is 164 km.

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

The best way to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 3h 38m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Dunkirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Dunkirk train from?

Antwerp to Dunkirk train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Anvers-Central station.

Train or bus from Antwerp to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 3h 38m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €40 and takes 4h.

Where does the Antwerp to Dunkirk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Antwerp to Dunkirk train arrive?

Antwerp to Dunkirk train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Antwerp to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp to Dunkirk is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Antwerp to Dunkirk.

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

Book your Antwerp to Dunkirk bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2360+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

Antwerp to Dunkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, 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.

Train via Lille
best
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 DunkerqueTer
3h 38m
€60–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Lille280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange StationBlaBlaCar Bus
4h
€6–38
Drive 164 km
1. Drive from Antwerp to Dunkirk164 km
1h 40m
€26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to La PanneIc
3h 45m
€14–21

Antwerp to Dunkirk by train

55Weekly Trains

3h 38mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 232.3 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Anvers-Central to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 4h.

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