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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Dorsten is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Dorsten is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Dorsten?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Dorsten. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Dorsten Bf via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Köln Hbf and Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Calais to Dorsten?

The distance between Calais and Dorsten is 541 km. The road distance is 415.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Dorsten without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs €80 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Calais to Dorsten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Dorsten train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Dorsten?

The best way to get from Calais to Dorsten is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs €80 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Calais to Dorsten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Dorsten?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Dorsten is 415 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Calais to Dorsten.

Where can I stay near Dorsten?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Dorsten.

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

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

Train
best
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 Bruxelles Midi to Essen HbfTha
7h 8m
€84–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Duisburg central train stationN1328
7h 56m
€34–50
Drive 415.5 km
1. Drive from Calais to Dorsten415.5 km
4h 8m
€65–93
Train via Cologne
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 Koeln HbfIce
4. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbf10 / ...
7h 23m
€86–231
Bus via Bruges
1. Take the bus from Calais to BrugesN814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Essen central train stationN1360b
9h 25m
€36–65

Calais to Dorsten by train and bus

12Weekly Services

7h 8mAverage Duration

€84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 540.9 km
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Dorsten, Germany?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Dorsten Bf via Lille Flandres, Gare Rue De Tournai, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Brussels-Midi, Bruxelles Midi, and Essen Hbf in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Duisburg central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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