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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Zaventem is to train which costs €21 - €29 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Zaventem is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Zaventem?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Zaventem. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Zaventem Kerkplein via Lille and Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Zaventem?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Zaventem. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Zaventem via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Zaventem?

The distance between Dunkirk and Zaventem is 198 km. The road distance is 166.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Zaventem without a car is to train via Lille which takes 2h 15m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Dunkirk to Zaventem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Zaventem bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Zaventem train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Zaventem?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Zaventem is to train via Lille which takes 2h 15m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €50 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Zaventem bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunkirk to Zaventem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Zaventem?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Zaventem is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Dunkirk to Zaventem.

Where can I stay near Zaventem?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Zaventem.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Zaventem 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 Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Zaventemtrain Ic / ...
2h 15m
€46–119
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 to Brussels-North train stationbus N712 / ...
4h 57m
€15–48
Drive 166.8 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Zaventemcar 166.8 km
1h 41m
€26–38
Train
1. Take the train from La Panne to Brussels-Nordtrain P / ...
4h 44m
€22–28

Dunkirk to Zaventem by train

43Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Zaventem.

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Distance: 198.2 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Zaventem via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Zaventem Kerkplein via Lille - Europe Train Station, Lille, Brussels-North train station, and Brussel Noord opstaphalte in around 4h 57m.

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