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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Almelo is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Almelo is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Almelo?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Almelo. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Almelo via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Rotterdam Centraal and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Calais to Almelo?

The distance between Calais and Almelo is 477 km. The road distance is 442.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Almelo without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 42m and costs €55 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Calais to Almelo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Almelo train from?

Calais to Almelo train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Almelo?

The best way to get from Calais to Almelo is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs €110 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Calais to Almelo train arrive?

Calais to Almelo train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Calais to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Almelo is 443 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Calais to Almelo.

Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 738+ hotels available in Almelo.

Calais to Almelo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Almelo by bus, train, train (TGV, Eurostar), or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to Rotterdam Central Station814
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraal
3. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Almelo
6h 42m
€59–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Antwerp RooseveltplaatsN814
2. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to EnschedeN81
8h 21m
€42–76
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
4. Take the train from Gouda to Almelo
7h 7m
€118–287
Drive 442.8 km
1. Drive from Calais to Almelo442.8 km
4h 42m
€79–114

Calais to Almelo by bus and train

142Weekly Services

6h 42mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 476.7 km
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Almelo, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Almelo via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Rotterdam Centraal, and Gouda in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais to Almelo via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, Enschede, and Enschede in around 8h 21m.

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