What is the cheapest way to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €45 - €100 and takes 10h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk?

The fastest way to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Cherbourg and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cherbourg to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Caen - Bus Station and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cherbourg and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Cherbourg to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at Dunkerque via Haussmann Saint-Lazare and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Cherbourg to Dunkirk?

The distance between Cherbourg and Dunkirk is 664 km. The road distance is 476.3 km.

How do I travel from Cherbourg to Dunkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs €110 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg to Dunkirk bus from?

Cherbourg to Dunkirk bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Cherbourg station.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg to Dunkirk train from?

Cherbourg to Dunkirk train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), depart from Cherbourg station.

Train or bus from Cherbourg to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs €110 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €100 and takes 10h 56m.

Where does the Cherbourg to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Cherbourg to Dunkirk bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Caen station.

Where does the Cherbourg to Dunkirk train arrive?

Cherbourg to Dunkirk train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), arrive at Paris Saint-Lazare station.

Can I drive from Cherbourg to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cherbourg to Dunkirk is 476 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Cherbourg to Dunkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Cherbourg to Dunkirk?

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

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Cherbourg to Dunkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk by train (TGV), bus, car, or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Paris Saint-Lazaretrain K2+
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Dunkerquetrain Tgv
6h 32m
€113–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cherbourg to Caenbus
2. Take the bus from Caen - Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus
10h 56m
€48–97
Drive 476.3 km
1. Drive from Cherbourg to Dunkirkcar 476.3 km
5h 28m
€74–107
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Cherbourg to Portsmouth International Portcarferry
2. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dunkerque Portbus
18h 10m
€66–311

Cherbourg to Dunkirk by train

45Weekly Trains

6h 32mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 664 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Cherbourg, Normandy, France and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Cherbourg to Dunkerque via Paris Saint-Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, and Paris Nord in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cherbourg to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Caen - Bus Station and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 10h 56m.

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