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

The cheapest way to get from Lokeren to Calais is to line 78 bus and bus which costs €17 - €23 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lokeren to Calais is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Lokeren and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Lokeren station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Lokeren Station perron 9 and arriving at Calais via Ghent Dampoort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Lokeren and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Lokeren to Calais. However, there are services departing from Lokeren and arriving at Calais Ville via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Lokeren to Calais?

The distance between Lokeren and Calais is 176 km. The road distance is 169.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lokeren to Calais without a car is to line 78 bus and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs €17 - €23.

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

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

Where do I catch the Lokeren to Calais bus from?

Lokeren to Calais bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Lokeren Station perron 9.

Where do I catch the Lokeren to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Lokeren to Calais?

The best way to get from Lokeren to Calais is to line 78 bus and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs €17 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €33 - €38 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Lokeren to Calais bus arrive?

Lokeren to Calais bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Gent Dampoort station.

Where does the Lokeren to Calais train arrive?

Lokeren to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Lokeren to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Lokeren to Calais is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Lokeren to Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1121+ hotels available in Calais.

Lokeren to Calais - 3 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lokeren to Calais by bus, train, or car

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Line 78 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lokeren Station perron 9 to Gent Dampoortbus 78 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Calaisbus N824
4h 2m
€17–23
Train
1. Take the train from Lokeren to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
4h 5m
€33–38
Drive 169.8 km
1. Drive from Lokeren to Calaiscar 169.8 km
1h 47m
€26–38

Lokeren to Calais by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 2mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.2 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Lokeren Station perron 9 to Calais via Gent Dampoort and Ghent Dampoort in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lokeren to Calais Ville via Lille Flandres and Lille Flandres in around 4h 5m.

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