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

The cheapest way to get from France to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €14 - €45 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from France to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between France and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from France to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Hôtel de Ville and arriving at Dunkerque via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between France and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from France to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Cité and arriving at Dunkerque via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from France to Dunkirk?

The distance between France and Dunkirk is 295 km. The road distance is 284.5 km.

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

The best way to get from France to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €40 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from France to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Dunkirk bus from?

France to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the France to Dunkirk train from?

France to Dunkirk train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train or bus from France to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from France to Dunkirk is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €40 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus via Gare de Lyon - Maison de la RATP, which costs €17 - €45 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the France to Dunkirk bus arrive?

France to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dunkerque station.

Where does the France to Dunkirk train arrive?

France to Dunkirk train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Dunkerque station.

Can I drive from France to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Dunkirk is 285 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from France to Dunkirk.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2334+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

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

There are 4 ways to get from France to Dunkirk by train (TGV), 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 (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to DunkerqueTgv
3h 23m
€42–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange StationBlaBlaCar Bus
6h 8m
€14–43
Bus via Gare de Lyon - Maison de la RATP
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Dunkerque1751
5h 41m
€18–42
Drive 284.5 km
1. Drive from Paris to Dunkirk284.5 km
2h 56m
€44–63

France to Dunkirk by subway and train (TGV)

45Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from France to Dunkirk.

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Distance: 294.7 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between France and Dunkirk, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Nord to Dunkerque every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–95 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Dunkerque 4 times a week. Tickets cost €16–40 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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