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

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Calais is to bus which costs €16 - €20 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Maastricht to Calais. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Calais via Liege. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Maastricht to Calais. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Calais Ville via Liège-Guillemins, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Maastricht to Calais?

The distance between Maastricht and Calais is 329 km. The road distance is 304.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Maastricht to Calais without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs €16 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Maastricht to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Calais bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Calais train from?

Maastricht to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Liège-Guillemins station.

Train or bus from Maastricht to Calais?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Calais is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs €16 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €160 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Maastricht to Calais bus arrive?

Maastricht to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Maastricht to Calais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maastricht to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Calais is 304 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Maastricht to Calais.

How do I get a bus ticket from Maastricht to Calais?

Book your Maastricht to Calais bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 228+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Maastricht to Calais by bus, train (Eurostar, TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Liege to Calais
4h 40m
€16–19
Train
1. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
4h 54m
€52–155
Drive 304.3 km
1. Drive from Maastricht to Calais304.3 km
3h 11m
€55–79
Bus via Brussels
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Brussels-North train stationN884 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to CalaisN280
6h 35m
€27–43
Train via Mons
1. Take the train from Bilzen to MonsIc
2. Take the train from Mons to Lille FlandresIc
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais VilleTer
7h 8m
€42–77

Maastricht to Calais by bus

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 328.8 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Maastricht, Netherlands and Calais, France?

Trans Nicolaescu operates a bus from Liege to Calais once a week. Tickets cost €12 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maastricht to Calais Ville via Liège-Guillemins, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 4h 54m.

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