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

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €6 - €35 and takes 4h.

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 37m 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 Antwerpen-Centraal and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Antwerp to Dunkirk?

The distance between Antwerp and Dunkirk is 172 km. The road distance is 162.5 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 which takes 3h 45m and costs €14 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m 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 Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Antwerpen-Centraal station.

Train or bus from Antwerp to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Dunkirk is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €35 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 Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Brussel-Zuid station.

Can I drive from Antwerp to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp to Dunkirk is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Antwerp to Dunkirk.

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

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to La Pannetrain Ic
3h 45m
€14–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Lillebus 280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h
€6–33
Drive 162.5 km
1. Drive from Antwerp to Dunkirkcar 162.5 km
1h 37m
€25–37
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Brussel-Zuidtrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
4h 6m
€42–63

Antwerp to Dunkirk by train and bus

145Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.3 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Anvers-Central to La Panne hourly. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 2h 17m. 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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