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 59m.

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 9m 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 Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Köln Hbf and Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Calais to Dorsten?

The distance between Calais and Dorsten is 540 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 via Cologne which takes 6h 57m and costs €75 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m 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 via Cologne which takes 6h 57m and costs €75 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 59m.

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 9m to drive from Calais to Dorsten.

Where can I stay near Dorsten?

There are 1150+ 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, car, or train (Eurostar)

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

Train via Cologne
best
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 / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
6h 57m
€77–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Duisburg central train stationbus N1328
7h 59m
€34–50
Drive 415.5 km
1. Drive from Calais to Dorstencar 415.5 km
4h 9m
€63–91
Train
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 Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
7h 12m
€87–187
Train #2
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Tournai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain
8h 4m
€85–177

Calais to Dorsten by train and foot

79Weekly Services

6h 57mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 540.3 km
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Dorsten Bf via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Köln Hbf, and Essen Hbf in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Duisburg central train station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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