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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €10 - €27 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Leuven and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Leuven to Dunkirk?

The distance between Leuven and Dunkirk is 217 km. The road distance is 184.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 3h 31m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Leuven to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Dunkirk bus from?

Leuven to Dunkirk bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Leuven station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Dunkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Leuven to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Leuven to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 3h 31m and costs €30 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €27 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Leuven to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Leuven to Dunkirk bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Leuven to Dunkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leuven to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Dunkirk is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Leuven to Dunkirk.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leuven to Dunkirk?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leuven 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 Louvain to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to DunkerqueTer
3h 31m
€33–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven to Lille - Europe Train StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange StationBlaBlaCar Bus
4h 45m
€10–27
Drive 184.8 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Dunkirk184.8 km
1h 49m
€29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Louvain to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to La PanneIc / ...
4h 2m
€18–27

Leuven to Dunkirk by train

43Weekly Trains

3h 31mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leuven to Dunkirk.

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Distance: 217 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Louvain to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leuven to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille - Europe Train Station in around 4h 45m.

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