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 - €45.

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 once daily, 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 Antwerpen-Centraal via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Calais to Antwerp?

The distance between Calais and Antwerp is 205 km. The road distance is 203.8 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 once daily.

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 via Brussels, which costs €40 - €95 and takes 3h 50m.

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 Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Antwerp?

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Calais to Antwerp - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Antwerp by bus, train (TGV, Eurostar), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus N814
2h 45m
€17–25
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
3h 50m
€42–95
Drive 203.8 km
1. Drive from Calais to Antwerpcar 203.8 km
2h 4m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic
4h 21m
€31–57
Train #2
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Anvers-Centraltrain Ter
4h 22m
€39–87

Calais to Antwerp by bus

7Weekly Buses

2h 45mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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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 once daily. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calais Ville to Antwerpen-Centraal via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Brussels-Midi, and Brussel-Zuid in around 3h 50m.

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