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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Dessel is to bus which costs €12 - €35 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Dessel is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Dessel?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Dessel. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Dessel Markt via Lille, Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3 and Turnhout Station perron 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Dessel?

The distance between Dunkirk and Dessel is 275 km. The road distance is 219.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Dessel without a car is to train via Lille which takes 4h 15m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Dunkirk to Dessel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Dessel bus from?

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

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Dessel?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Dessel is to train via Lille which takes 4h 15m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €35 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Dessel bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Dessel?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Dessel is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Dunkirk to Dessel.

Where can I stay near Dessel?

There are 397+ hotels available in Dessel.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Dessel 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 EuropeTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to HerentalsIc / ...
4h 15m
€38–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Station
2. Take the bus from Lille to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats280 / ...
3. Take the bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3 to Turnhout Station MerodeleiX41 / ...
6h 21m
€12–35
Drive 219.7 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Dessel219.7 km
2h 12m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from La Panne to Anvers-BerchemIc
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to MolS33 / ...
5h 38m
€27–37

Dunkirk to Dessel by train and bus

43Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.8 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Dessel Markt via Lille Europe, Bruxelles-Midi, Herentals, Mol, and Mol Station perron 4 in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Dessel Markt via Lille - Europe Train Station, Lille, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3, Turnhout Station Merodelei, and Turnhout Station perron 2 in around 6h 21m.

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