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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Efferen is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Efferen is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Efferen?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Efferen. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Hürth Efferen via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Calais to Efferen?

The distance between Calais and Efferen is 435 km. The road distance is 401.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Efferen without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs €70 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Calais to Efferen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Efferen train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Efferen?

The best way to get from Calais to Efferen is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs €70 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Calais to Efferen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Efferen?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Efferen is 402 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Calais to Efferen.

Where can I stay near Efferen?

There are 1409+ hotels available in Efferen.

Calais to Efferen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Efferen by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, 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.

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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
5h 43m
€71–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Cologne Airport CGNN280
8h 52m
€41–73
Drive 401.5 km
1. Drive from Calais to Efferen401.5 km
3h 55m
€63–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calais to Bruges814
2. Take the train from Bruges to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
5h 57m
€53–162

Calais to Efferen by train, tram, and subway

79Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 434.8 km
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Hürth Efferen via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Koeln Hbf, and Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Cologne Airport CGN hourly. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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