What is the cheapest way to get from Emden to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Emden to Calais is to bus which costs €55 - €130 and takes 11h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Emden to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Emden to Calais is to drive which takes 6h 14m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Emden and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Emden to Calais. However, there are services departing from Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Emden to Calais?

The distance between Emden and Calais is 763 km. The road distance is 584.6 km.

How do I travel from Emden to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Emden to Calais without a car is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs €65 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Emden to Calais?

It takes approximately 10h 40m to get from Emden to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emden to Calais train from?

Emden to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf station.

Train or bus from Emden to Calais?

The best way to get from Emden to Calais is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs €65 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €130 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Emden to Calais train arrive?

Emden to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Emden to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Emden to Calais is 585 km. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Emden to Calais.

How do I get a train ticket from Emden to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Emden to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Emden to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, bus, or car

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 Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 35
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
10h 40m
€69–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leer ZOB to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 075 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Calaisbus N824 / ...
11h 27m
€57–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bad Nieuweschans to Groningentrain
2. Take the train from Groningen to Den Haag Centraaltrain
3. Take the bus from The Hague to Calaisbus
11h 19m
€86–237
Drive 584.6 km
1. Drive from Emden to Calaiscar 584.6 km
6h 14m
€87–126
Train, bus via Brussels
1. Take the train from Bad Nieuweschans to Groningentrain
2. Take the bus from Groningen to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Brussels to Calaisbus
13h 32m
€68–137

Emden to Calais by train and foot

44Weekly Services

10h 40mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 762.9 km
Duration: 10h 40m

What companies run services between Emden, Germany and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf to Calais Ville via Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 10h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf to Calais via Leer(Ostfriesl), Leer ZOB, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 11h 27m.

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