What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo is to bus which costs €10 - €22 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Kessel-Lo?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Kessel-Lo. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Leuven via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Kessel-Lo?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Louvain via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

The distance between Dunkirk and Kessel-Lo is 217 km. The road distance is 185.9 km.

How do I travel from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo without a car?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo without a car is to train via Lille which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo is to train via Lille which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €22 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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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 Bruxelles-Midi to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
2h 12m
€32–109
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 - Europe Train Station to Leuvenbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 45m
€10–21
Drive 185.9 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Kessel-Locar 185.9 km
1h 58m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from La Panne to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
4h 21m
€21–51

Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo by train

55Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Kessel-Lo.

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Distance: 217.1 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Kessel-Lo, Belgium?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Louvain via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Leuven via Lille - Europe Train Station in around 4h 45m.

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