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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Calais is to bus via Liège which costs €17 - €19 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Genk and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Genk to Calais. However, there are services departing from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 and arriving at Calais via Maastricht and Liege. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Calais. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Genk to Calais?

The distance between Genk and Calais is 316 km. The road distance is 290.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €50 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Genk to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Calais bus from?

Genk to Calais bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, depart from Liege station.

Where do I catch the Genk to Calais train from?

Genk to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.

Train or bus from Genk to Calais?

The best way to get from Genk to Calais is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus via Liège, which costs €17 - €19 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Genk to Calais bus arrive?

Genk to Calais bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, arrive at Calais station.

Where does the Genk to Calais train arrive?

Genk to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Genk to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Calais is 291 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Genk to Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1121+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Genk to Calais 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
best
1. Take the train from Genk to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 42m
€53–116
Bus via Liège
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liege to Calaisbus
6h 35m
€17–19
Drive 290.9 km
1. Drive from Genk to Calaiscar 290.9 km
2h 50m
€45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Calaisbus N870
7h 29m
€24–43

Genk to Calais by train and foot

72Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 315.9 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Genk, Belgium and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Genk to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, Trans Nicolaescu operates a bus from Liege to Calais once a week. Tickets cost €12 and the journey takes 3h.

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