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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Dunkirk is to train which costs €75 - €370 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Dunkirk is to car ferry and taxi which takes 2h 6m and costs €130 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Dunkerque via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Dover to Dunkirk?

The distance between Dover and Dunkirk is 88 km.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Dunkirk without a car is to car ferry and taxi which takes 2h 6m and costs €130 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Dover to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Dunkirk train from?

Dover to Dunkirk train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Dover to Dunkirk is to bus and line 423 bus which takes 4h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €370 and takes 5h.

What is the time difference between Dover and Dunkirk?

Dunkirk is 1h ahead of Dover. It is currently 6:08 AM in Dover and 7:08 AM in Dunkirk.

Where does the Dover to Dunkirk train arrive?

Dover to Dunkirk train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2314+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Dunkirk by car ferry, taxi, bus, train (Eurostar), car train, 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.

Car ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2. Take the taxi from Calais to Dunkirktaxi
2h 6m
€136–172
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
5h
€75–365
Bus, line 423 bus
1. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from CALAIS - Gare PEM - Quai L to GRAVELINES - Quai Vaubanbus 423
3. Take the bus from Islandais to Parc Marinebus C4
4h 35m
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Dunkirkcar
1h 27m

Dover to Dunkirk by train

43Weekly Trains

5hAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dover to Dunkirk.

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Distance: 87.9 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dover to Parc Marine via Dover, Calais, Terminal Ferry, Gare Sncf, CALAIS - Gare PEM - Quai L, GRAVELINES - Quai Vauban, and Islandais in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dover Priory to Dunkerque via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe in around 5h.

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