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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Antwerp is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 2h 45m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Antwerp?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calais and arriving at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Anvers-Central via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Calais to Antwerp?

The distance between Calais and Antwerp is 205 km. The road distance is 204.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Antwerp without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs €17 - €25.

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

The bus from Calais to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Calais to Antwerp bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Calais to Antwerp train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Antwerp?

The best way to get from Calais to Antwerp is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs €17 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Calais to Antwerp bus arrive?

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

Where does the Calais to Antwerp train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Antwerp?

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

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

Book your Calais to Antwerp train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Calais to Antwerp bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Antwerp?

There are 1096+ hotels available in Antwerp.

Calais to Antwerp - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Calais to Antwerp by bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to Antwerp RooseveltplaatsN814
2h 45m
€17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Anvers-CentralTer
4h 21m
€44–72
Drive 204.5 km
1. Drive from Calais to Antwerp204.5 km
2h 4m
€32–46

Calais to Antwerp by train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.2 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats every 2 hours. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calais Ville to Anvers-Central via Lille Flandres in around 4h 21m.

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