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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Meppel is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Meppel is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Meppel?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Meppel. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Meppel via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Schiphol Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Calais to Meppel?

The distance between Calais and Meppel is 474 km. The road distance is 438.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Meppel without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 1m and costs €55 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Calais to Meppel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Meppel train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Meppel?

The best way to get from Calais to Meppel is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs €120 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Calais to Meppel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Meppel?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Meppel is 438 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Calais to Meppel.

Where can I stay near Meppel?

There are 623+ hotels available in Meppel.

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to Rotterdam Central StationN814 / ...
2. Take the train from Gouda to MeppelIntercity
7h 1m
€56–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Amsterdam SloterdijkN814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Heerenveen075
8h 49m
€49–79
Train
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 Schiphol Airport
4. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Meppel
7h 19m
€126–269
Drive 438.1 km
1. Drive from Calais to Meppel438.1 km
4h 33m
€78–113

Calais to Meppel by bus and train

120Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 474.3 km
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Meppel, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Meppel via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Schiphol Airport in around 7h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais to Meppel via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Heerenveen, and Heerenveen in around 8h 49m.

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