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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Calais is to bus and train which costs €30 - €75 and takes 7h 51m.

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 €40 - €65.

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 Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Genk to Calais?

The distance between Genk and Calais is 322 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 7m and costs €65 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Genk to Calais, including transfers.

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.

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.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 343+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Genk to Calais by train (TGV), bus, train, 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 Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
5h 7m
€68–113
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hasselt Station to Brussels-North train stationbus
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus 328 / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
7h 51m
€32–73
Drive 290.9 km
1. Drive from Genk to Calaiscar 290.9 km
2h 50m
€45–64
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Genk to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Lille Europetrain
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 43m
€52–123
Train via Lille #2
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 43m
€62–118

Genk to Calais by train

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Distance: 321.5 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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 and Lille Europe in around 5h 7m.

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