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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Dunkirk is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 30 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from CALAIS - Lafayette - N°68 and arriving at Parc Marine via Islandais. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Dunkirk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Dunkerque. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Calais to Dunkirk?

The distance between Calais and Dunkirk is 46 km. The road distance is 42.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €17.

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

The train from Calais Ville to Dunkerque takes 45 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Calais to Dunkirk bus from?

Calais to Dunkirk bus services, operated by Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais, depart from CALAIS - Lafayette - N°68 station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Dunkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Calais to Dunkirk is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €17. Alternatively, you can line 423 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Calais to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Calais to Dunkirk bus services, operated by Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais, arrive at GRAVELINES - Quai Vauban station.

Where does the Calais to Dunkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Dunkirk is 43 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Calais to Dunkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 1636+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

Can I share a ride from Calais to Dunkirk?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Calais and Dunkirk. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Calais to Dunkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, line 423 bus, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Dunkirk by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 DunkerqueTer
45 min
€7–17
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Dunkerque41.7 km
48 min
€4
Line 423 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from CALAIS - Lafayette - N°68 to GRAVELINES - Quai Vauban423
2. Take the bus from Islandais to Parc MarineC4
1h 42m
Drive 42.7 km
1. Drive from Calais to Dunkirk42.7 km
30 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Calais to Dunkirk42.7 km
30 min
€95–120

Calais to Dunkirk by train

42Weekly Trains

45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.2 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Calais, France and Dunkirk, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Calais Ville to Dunkerque every 4 hours. Tickets cost €7–17 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from CALAIS - Lafayette - N°68 to Parc Marine via GRAVELINES - Quai Vauban and Islandais in around 1h 42m.

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