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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €8 - €27 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Dunkerque via Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Brussels to Dunkirk?

The distance between Brussels and Dunkirk is 185 km. The road distance is 155.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 2h 5m and costs €28 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Brussels to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Dunkirk bus from?

Brussels to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Dunkirk train from?

Brussels to Dunkirk train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Brussels to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 2h 5m and costs €28 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €27 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Brussels to Dunkirk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brussels to Dunkirk train arrive?

Brussels to Dunkirk train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Dunkirk is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Brussels to Dunkirk.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2334+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

Brussels to Dunkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Dunkirk by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or tram

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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to DunkerqueTer
2h 5m
€28–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to LilleN280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange StationBlaBlaCar Bus
3h 50m
€8–27
Drive 155.3 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Dunkirk155.3 km
1h 33m
€24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to La PanneIc / ...
3h 36m
€15–22
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to OstendeIc / ...
2. Take the tram from Oostende Station tramperron 1 to De Panne StationKt
4h 15m
€15–20

Brussels to Dunkirk by train

43Weekly Trains

2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.2 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Dunkerque via Lille Europe in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels-North train station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 3h 50m.

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