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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Antwerp is to train which costs €14 - €21 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Antwerp is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Antwerpen-Centraal via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Antwerp?

The distance between Dunkirk and Antwerp is 239 km. The road distance is 163.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Antwerp without a car is to train via Lille which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Dunkirk to Antwerp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Antwerp bus from?

Dunkirk to Antwerp bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Antwerp train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Antwerp?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Antwerp is to train via Lille which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Antwerp bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Antwerp bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Dunkirk to Antwerp train arrive?

Dunkirk to Antwerp train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Antwerp?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Antwerp is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Dunkirk to Antwerp.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dunkirk to Antwerp?

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Where can I stay near Antwerp?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Antwerp by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, 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.

Train via Lille
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2h 56m
€38–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 280 / ...
4h 20m
€6–37
Drive 163.1 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Antwerpcar 163.1 km
1h 40m
€25–37
Train
1. Take the train from La Panne to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic
4h 16m
€14–21

Dunkirk to Antwerp by train

55Weekly Trains

2h 56mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238.7 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Antwerp, Belgium?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Antwerpen-Centraal via Lille Europe, Brussels-Midi, and Brussel-Zuid in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats via Lille - Europe Train Station and Lille in around 4h 20m.

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