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

The cheapest way to get from Emden to Calais is to bus and train which costs €60 - €120 and takes 10h 59m.

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 15m and costs €90 - €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 Köln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

How far is it from Emden to Calais?

The distance between Emden and Calais is 768 km. The road distance is 584.8 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 9h 44m and costs €140 - €340.

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

It takes approximately 9h 44m 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.

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 15m to drive from Emden to Calais.

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

Book your Emden to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 337+ hotels available in Calais.

Emden to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Emden to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, car, or car ferry

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 Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
9h 44m
€146–335
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leer ZOB to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N44 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
10h 59m
€63–117
Drive 584.8 km
1. Drive from Emden to Calaiscar 584.8 km
6h 15m
€91–131
Train, bus, car ferry
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 Doverbus
4. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
17h 25m
€81–190

Emden to Calais by train

6Weekly Trains

9h 44mAverage Duration

€146Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 768.4 km
Duration: 9h 44m

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

You can take a train from Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf to Calais Ville via Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 9h 44m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.