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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Dunkirk is to drive and car ferry which costs €50 - €70 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Dunkirk is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 49m and costs €50 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Dunkerque via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Kent to Dunkirk?

The distance between Kent and Dunkirk is 143 km.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €80 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Kent to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Dunkirk train from?

Kent to Dunkirk train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

What is the time difference between Kent and Dunkirk?

Dunkirk is 1h ahead of Kent. It is currently 12:59 PM in Kent and 1:59 PM in Dunkirk.

Where does the Kent to Dunkirk train arrive?

Kent to Dunkirk train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

Book your Kent to Dunkirk train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2314+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

Kent to Dunkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and line 510 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Kent to Dunkirk by car, car ferry, train (Eurostar), bus, train, or car train

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

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Kent to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Dunkirkcar
2h 49m
€52–70
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
5h 4m
€81–394
Line 510 bus, train, bus, line 423 bus
1. Take the bus from Loder Close to Ashford International stationbus 510
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Dover Priorytrain
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
4. Take the bus from CALAIS - Gare PEM - Quai L to GRAVELINES - Quai Vaubanbus 423
5. Take the bus from Islandais to Parc Marinebus C4
6h 56m
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Kent to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Dunkirkcar
1h 40m

Kent to Dunkirk by train

43Weekly Trains

5h 4mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 143.4 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Lenham to Dunkerque via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 5h 4m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.