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

The cheapest way to get from Frechen to Calais is to bus and train which costs €40 - €80 and takes 9h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frechen to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Frechen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Frechen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Köln Weiden West and arriving at Calais Ville via Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Frechen to Calais?

The distance between Frechen and Calais is 444 km. The road distance is 396.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Frechen to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs €100 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Frechen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frechen to Calais train from?

Frechen to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Frechen to Calais train arrive?

Frechen to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Frechen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Frechen to Calais is 396 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Frechen to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
6h 43m
€108–194
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Lillebus N870 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
9h 11m
€45–80
Drive 396.1 km
1. Drive from Frechen to Calaiscar 396.1 km
3h 46m
€63–91
Train via Aachen
1. Take the train from Horrem to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Trn / ...
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 5m
€66–150
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Horrem to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Liège-Saint-Lamberttrain S41 / ...
3. Take the train from Liège-Saint-Lambert to Namurtrain Ic / ...
4. Take the train from Namur to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
5. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
9h 13m
€68–114

Frechen to Calais by train

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6h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 444.4 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Köln Weiden West to Calais Ville via Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 6h 43m.

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