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

The cheapest way to get from Netherlands to Calais is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Netherlands to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Netherlands and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam Central Station station and arriving at Calais. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Netherlands and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Netherlands to Calais. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Calais Ville via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Netherlands to Calais?

The distance between Netherlands and Calais is 414 km. The road distance is 361.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Netherlands to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs €65 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Netherlands to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Calais bus from?

Netherlands to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Calais train from?

Netherlands to Calais train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Netherlands to Calais?

The best way to get from Netherlands to Calais is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs €65 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Netherlands to Calais bus arrive?

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

Where does the Netherlands to Calais train arrive?

Netherlands to Calais train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Netherlands to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Netherlands to Calais is 361 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Netherlands to Calais.

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

Book your Netherlands to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1100+ hotels available in Calais.

Netherlands to Calais - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Lille Europetrain Eurostar
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 16m
€65–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Calaisbus N824
6h 20m
€30–45
Drive 361.1 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Calaiscar 361.1 km
3h 50m
€64–93

Netherlands to Calais by train and foot

27Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 414.2 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Netherlands and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Calais Ville via Lille Europe and Lille Flandres in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Calais once daily. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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