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

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Calais is to bus which costs €50 - €85 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Calais is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs €80 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Calais. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Calais Ville via Bielefeld Hbf, Essen Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

How far is it from Detmold to Calais?

The distance between Detmold and Calais is 582 km. The road distance is 556 km.

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

The best way to get from Detmold to Calais without a car is to bus which takes 9h 53m and costs €50 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Detmold to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Calais train from?

Detmold to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bielefeld Hbf station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Calais?

The best way to get from Detmold to Calais is to bus which takes 9h 53m and costs €50 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €120 - €290 and takes 9h 57m.

Where does the Detmold to Calais train arrive?

Detmold to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Calais is 556 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Detmold to Calais.

How do I get a train ticket from Detmold to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Calaisbus N1328
9h 53m
€51–82
Train
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
9h 57m
€120–281
Drive 556 km
1. Drive from Detmold to Calaiscar 556 km
5h 28m
€84–122
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Ice
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
10h 3m
€103–226
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld to Hasseltbus
2. Take the train from Hasselt to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Brussels to Calaisbus
10h 57m

Detmold to Calais by train and bus

3Weekly Services

9h 53mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 582.3 km
Duration: 9h 53m

What companies run services between Detmold, Germany and Calais, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Calais 3 times a week. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Calais Ville via Bielefeld Hbf, Essen Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 9h 57m.

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