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

The cheapest way to get from Heerlen to Dunkirk is to train which costs €45 - €100 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heerlen to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Heerlen and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Heerlen to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Heerlen and arriving at Dunkerque via Liege-Guillemins, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Heerlen to Dunkirk?

The distance between Heerlen and Dunkirk is 342 km. The road distance is 285.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Heerlen to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 4h 48m and costs €50 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Heerlen to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Dunkirk bus from?

Heerlen to Dunkirk bus services, operated by Flibco, depart from Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 station.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Dunkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Heerlen to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Heerlen to Dunkirk is to train via Brussels which takes 4h 48m and costs €50 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €130 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Heerlen to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Heerlen to Dunkirk bus services, operated by Flibco, arrive at Charleroi Airport station.

Where does the Heerlen to Dunkirk train arrive?

Heerlen to Dunkirk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Heerlen to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Heerlen to Dunkirk is 286 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Heerlen to Dunkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Heerlen to Dunkirk?

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

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Heerlen to Dunkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Heerlen and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Heerlen station to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Heerlen, Station Heerlen and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Gulpen-Wittem, Gulpen Busstation, Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231, Charleroi Airport and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

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

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Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Heerlen to Liège-Guilleminstrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Ice
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
4h 48m
€53–170
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Genk to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to La Pannetrain Ic / ...
7h 54m
€46–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 to Charleroi Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Lille Boulevard de Turinbus
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus
8h 35m
€64–124
Drive 285.6 km
1. Drive from Heerlen to Dunkirkcar 285.6 km
2h 45m
€51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Heerlen to Liège-Guilleminstrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Namurtrain L / ...
3. Take the train from Namur to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Dunkerquetrain Ter
7h 18m
€52–120

Heerlen to Dunkirk by train

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Distance: 341.7 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Heerlen, Netherlands and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Heerlen to Dunkerque via Liege-Guillemins, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heerlen, Station Heerlen to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Gulpen-Wittem, Gulpen Busstation, Maastricht, Station, Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231, Charleroi Airport, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 8h 35m.

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