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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Genk is to drive which costs €45 - €65 and takes 2h 56m.

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 €45 - €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 34m.

How far is it from Calais to Genk?

The distance between Calais and Genk is 316 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 34m and costs €55 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m 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 1094+ hotels available in Genk.

Calais to Genk - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Genk by train (TGV, Eurostar), car, or train

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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 34m
€59–130
Drive 289.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Calais to Genkcar 289.9 km
2h 56m
€45–65
Train via Calais Frethun
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain 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 47m
€57–133
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ter
3. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Genktrain Ic / ...
5h 48m
€56–111

Calais to Genk by train and bus

144Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 316.2 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Genk via Lille Flandres, Gare Rue De Tournai, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 34m.

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