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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Calais is to bus via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station which costs €18 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Brusselpoort and arriving at Calais via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station and Brussels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Calais?

The distance between Mechelen and Calais is 238 km. The road distance is 209.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Calais without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Mechelen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Calais bus from?

Mechelen to Calais bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Calais?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Calais is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station, which costs €18 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Mechelen to Calais bus arrive?

Mechelen to Calais bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Stadion station.

Where does the Mechelen to Calais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Calais is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Mechelen to Calais.

How do I get a train ticket from Mechelen to Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Mechelen to Calais 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
best
1. Take the train from Malines to Bruxelles-MidiEc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
3h 52m
€42–106
Bus via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station to Brussel StadionR60
2. Take the bus from Brussels to Calais
4h 41m
€18
Drive 209.9 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Calais209.9 km
2h 12m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to CalaisN280
4h 58m
€23–33
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Malines to Gand-Saint-PierreL / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille FlandresIc
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais VilleTer
5h 25m
€33–63

Mechelen to Calais by train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 237.7 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Malines to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechelen Brusselpoort to Calais via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station and Brussels in around 4h 41m.

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