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

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk is to train and bus which costs €45 - €110 and takes 9h 50m.

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 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 27m.

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 27m and costs €110 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg to Dunkirk train from?

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

Where does the Cherbourg to Dunkirk train arrive?

Cherbourg to Dunkirk train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris St 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?

There are 2422+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

Cherbourg to Dunkirk - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cherbourg to Dunkirk by train (TGV), 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 Cherbourg to Paris St Lazaretrain 3312 / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Dunkerquetrain Tgv
6h 27m
€110–226
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Caentrain K2+ / ...
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
9h 50m
€45–102
Drive 476.3 km
1. Drive from Cherbourg to Dunkirkcar 476.3 km
5h 28m
€74–107

Cherbourg to Dunkirk by train

45Weekly Trains

6h 27mAverage Duration

€110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 664 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Cherbourg to Dunkerque via Paris St Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, and Paris Nord in around 6h 27m.

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