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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €17 - €45 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Genk and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Genk station to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Genk Station perron 12 and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Hasselt Station, Brussels-North train station and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Genk to Dunkirk?

The distance between Genk and Dunkirk is 286 km. The road distance is 250.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 4h 53m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Genk to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Dunkirk bus from?

Genk to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hasselt Station.

Where do I catch the Genk to Dunkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Genk to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Genk to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 4h 53m and costs €45 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €45 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Genk to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Genk to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Genk to Dunkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Genk to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Dunkirk is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Genk to Dunkirk.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2364+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Genk to Dunkirk by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Lille
best
1. Take the train from Genk to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to DunkerqueTer
4h 53m
€46–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hasselt Station to Brussels-North train station
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lille712 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station
7h 20m
€17–41
Drive 250.5 km
1. Drive from Genk to Dunkirk250.5 km
2h 25m
€39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Genk to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to La PanneIc / ...
5h 44m
€24–35

Genk to Dunkirk by train

55Weekly Trains

4h 53mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.8 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Genk to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genk Station perron 12 to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Hasselt Station, Brussels-North train station, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 7h 20m.

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