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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Genk is to train and bus which costs €30 - €75 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Genk is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Genk?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Genk. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Genk via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Calais to Genk?

The distance between Calais and Genk is 309 km. The road distance is 289.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Genk without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Calais to Genk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Genk train from?

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

Where does the Calais to Genk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Genk?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Genk is 290 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Calais to Genk.

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

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Where can I stay near Genk?

There are 1089+ hotels available in Genk.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Calais to Genk by train (TGV, Eurostar), train, 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 Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Genktrain Ic
4h 52m
€60–143
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Lille to Brussels-North train stationbus 328 / ...
3. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Hasselt Stationbus
6h 43m
€33–73
Drive 289.9 km
1. Drive from Calais to Genkcar 289.9 km
2h 56m
€45–64

Calais to Genk by train and foot

80Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 309.1 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Genk via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 52m.

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