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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles is to train which costs €19 - €23 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles is to drive which takes 2h and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Nivelles?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Nivelles. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Nivelles via Lille - Europe Train Station and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Nivelles?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Nivelles. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Nivelles via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Nivelles?

The distance between Dunkirk and Nivelles is 214 km. The road distance is 172.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Nivelles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Nivelles train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Nivelles?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Nivelles bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunkirk to Nivelles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Nivelles?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Nivelles is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Dunkirk to Nivelles.

Where can I stay near Nivelles?

There are 493+ hotels available in Nivelles.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles 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
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 Nivellestrain Ic / ...
2h 14m
€40–58
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from La Panne to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
5h 5m
€20–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bruxelles-Midi to Nivellesbus Bus
5h 1m
Drive 172.8 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Nivellescar 172.8 km
2h
€26–38
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
2h 59m
€34–68

Dunkirk to Nivelles by train

43Weekly Trains

2h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 214.4 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Nivelles via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Nivelles via Lille - Europe Train Station, Brussels - Midi Train Station, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 1m.

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