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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Dunkirk is to bus via Dover which costs €35 - €65 and takes 13h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Dunkirk is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs €110 - €650.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Dunkerque Gare via London Victoria, Dover and Loon Plage Cgm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Dunkerque via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Chester to Dunkirk?

The distance between Chester and Dunkirk is 632 km.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs €110 - €650.

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

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Dunkirk bus from?

Chester to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Dunkirk train from?

Chester to Dunkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Chester to Dunkirk is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs €110 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 13h 28m.

Where does the Chester to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Chester to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Chester and Dunkirk?

Dunkirk is 1h ahead of Chester. It is currently 2:14 AM in Chester and 3:14 AM in Dunkirk.

Where does the Chester to Dunkirk train arrive?

Chester to Dunkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Book your Chester to Dunkirk train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2364+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

Chester to Dunkirk - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel

There are 7 ways to get from Chester to Dunkirk by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

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 Chester to London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to DunkerqueTer
6h 6m
€117–626
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria830
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dunkerque PortN824 / ...
15h 13m
€33–66
Bus via Dover
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Dunkerque Port
13h 28m
€36–64
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Chester to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Dunkirk
5h 38m
Train, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels Airport (BRU)MAN - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europe
4. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerque
8h 20m
€117–327
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Chester to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Dunkirk
6h 45m
€119–167
Train, fly to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)MAN - CRL
3. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Lille Boulevard de Turin
4. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerque
9h 1m
€86–261

Chester to Dunkirk by train and foot

55Weekly Services

6h 6mAverage Duration

€117Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 632.4 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Chester to Dunkerque via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Dunkerque Gare via London Victoria, Dover, Dunkerque Port, and Loon Plage Cgm in around 13h 28m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.