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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Merksplas is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Merksplas is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Merksplas?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Merksplas. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Turnhout via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Calais to Merksplas?

The distance between Calais and Merksplas is 295 km. The road distance is 248.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Merksplas without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 5h 5m and costs €50 - €120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Calais to Merksplas bus from?

Calais to Merksplas bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Calais Ville station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Merksplas train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Merksplas?

The best way to get from Calais to Merksplas is to train via Brussels which takes 5h 5m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Calais to Merksplas bus arrive?

Calais to Merksplas bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Dunkerque station.

Where does the Calais to Merksplas train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Merksplas?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Merksplas is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Calais to Merksplas.

Where can I stay near Merksplas?

There are 385+ hotels available in Merksplas.

Calais to Merksplas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Calais and Merksplas?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Merksplas. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Merksplas Dorp via Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station, Lille - Europe Train Station, Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5 and Brecht Station Noorderkempen per 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Merksplas by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Brussels
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 Turnhouttrain Ic / ...
5h 5m
€54–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais Ville to Dunkerquebus
2. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Antwerp - Rooseveltplaatsbus
8h 3m
€31–46
Drive 248.1 km
1. Drive from Calais to Merksplascar 248.1 km
2h 31m
€39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Turnhouttrain Ic / ...
6h 5m
€48–97
Train #2
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
6h 38m
€47–83

Calais to Merksplas by train, tram, and bus

80Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.3 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Merksplas Dorp via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Bruxelles-Midi, Turnhout, and Turnhout Station Merodelei in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais Ville to Merksplas Dorp via Dunkerque, Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station, Lille - Europe Train Station, Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats, Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5, and Brecht Station Noorderkempen per 1 in around 8h 3m.

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