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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Cancale is to bus via Paris which costs €35 - €70 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Cancale is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Cancale?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk to Cancale. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Eglise via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station, Intra-Muros and Gares - Quai J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Cancale?

The distance between Dunkirk and Cancale is 803 km. The road distance is 539.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Cancale without a car is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs €95 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Dunkirk to Cancale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Cancale bus from?

Dunkirk to Cancale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Cancale?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Cancale is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs €95 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus via Paris, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 12h 23m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Cancale bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Cancale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Cancale?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Cancale is 539 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Dunkirk to Cancale.

Where can I stay near Cancale?

There are 2261+ hotels available in Cancale.

Dunkirk to Cancale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Cancale by train (TGV), 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 Dunkerque to Lille EuropeTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to RennesTgv
3. Take the train from Rennes to St MaloTer
7h 24m
€97–275
Bus via Paris
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkerque to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1751
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Saint-MaloBlaBlaCar Bus
12h 23m
€36–68
Drive 539.3 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Cancale539.3 km
5h 12m
€82–119
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Paris NordTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to St MaloTgv
8h 1m
€88–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Saint-MaloBlaBlaCar Bus
12h 43m
€37–75

Dunkirk to Cancale by train and bus

28Weekly Services

7h 24mAverage Duration

€97Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Cancale.

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Distance: 802.7 km
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Cancale, France?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to La Poste via Lille Europe, Rennes, St Malo, and Gares - Quai J in around 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkerque to Eglise via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station, Intra-Muros, and Gares - Quai J in around 12h 23m.

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