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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles is to tram and train which costs €19 - €28 and takes 4h 53m.

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 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 29m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Nivelles?

The distance between Dunkirk and Nivelles is 214 km. The road distance is 172.3 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 via Bruxelles-Midi which takes 2h 29m and costs €28 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles, including transfers.

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.

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 172 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Dunkirk to Nivelles.

Where can I stay near Nivelles?

There are 520+ hotels available in Nivelles.

Dunkirk to Nivelles - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and tram

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Nivelles by train (TGV, Eurostar), car, train, or tram

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 Bruxelles-Midi
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 NivellesS1 / ...
2h 29m
€28–87
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from De Panne Station to Oostende Station tramperron 3Kt
2. Take the train from Ostende to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
4h 53m
€19–28
Drive 172.3 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Nivelles172.3 km
2h
€27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Charleroi-CentralIc / ...
4h
€31–53

Dunkirk to Nivelles by train

43Weekly Trains

2h 29mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.3 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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 29m.

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