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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Châtelet is to train which costs €35 - €45 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Châtelet is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Châtelet?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Châtelet. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at CHATELET Place Franco-Belge via Lille Boulevard de Turin, CHARLEROI Airport and CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Calais to Châtelet?

The distance between Calais and Châtelet is 231 km. The road distance is 232.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Châtelet without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €35 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Calais to Châtelet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Châtelet bus from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Châtelet?

The best way to get from Calais to Châtelet is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €35 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Calais to Châtelet bus arrive?

Calais to Châtelet bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Can I drive from Calais to Châtelet?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Châtelet is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Calais to Châtelet.

Where can I stay near Châtelet?

There are 592+ hotels available in Châtelet.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Calais to Châtelet by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Charleroi-CentralIc
4h 19m
€36–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to LilleN280
2. Take the bus from Lille Boulevard de Turin to Charleroi Airportflibco 436
5h 12m
€35–47
Drive 232.9 km
1. Drive from Calais to Châtelet232.9 km
2h 20m
€36–52

Calais to Châtelet by train, foot, and bus

80Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.7 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to CHATELET Place Franco-Belge via Lille Flandres, Lille Flandres, Charleroi-Central, and CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 16 in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais to CHATELET Place Franco-Belge via Lille, Lille Boulevard de Turin, Charleroi Airport, CHARLEROI Airport, CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 05, and CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 16 in around 5h 12m.

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