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

The cheapest way to get from Lier to Calais is to train and bus which costs €20 - €24 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lier to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Lier to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lier and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Lier to Calais. However, there are services departing from Lier Markt and arriving at Calais via Antwerp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Lier and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Lier to Calais. However, there are services departing from Lierre and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Lier to Calais?

The distance between Lier and Calais is 240 km. The road distance is 216.5 km.

How do I travel from Lier to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Lier to Calais without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs €20 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Lier to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lier to Calais bus from?

Lier to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp station.

Where do I catch the Lier to Calais train from?

Lier to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Lierre station.

Train or bus from Lier to Calais?

The best way to get from Lier to Calais is to train via Brussels which takes 4h 50m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €28 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Lier to Calais bus arrive?

Lier to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais station.

Where does the Lier to Calais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lier to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Lier to Calais is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Lier to Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1100+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lier to Calais by train, bus, train (TGV), 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lierre to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels to Calaisbus
4h 2m
€21–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Calaisbus 814 / ...
5h 7m
€20–28
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Lierre 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
4h 50m
€38–89
Drive 216.5 km
1. Drive from Lier to Calaiscar 216.5 km
2h 17m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 48m
€33–62

Lier to Calais by train and bus

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Lier, Belgium and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Lierre to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Calais once daily. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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