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

The cheapest way to get from Netherlands to Calais is to bus and train via Amsterdam - Schiphol Airport Bus Station which costs €35 - €90 and takes 8h 42m.

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 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 15m.

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 15m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Netherlands to Calais, including transfers.

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.

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 train ticket from Netherlands to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 343+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Netherlands to Calais by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar, TGV)

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 Amsterdam Centraal to Lille Europetrain Eurostar
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 15m
€49–119
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Lillebus X845
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
6h 32m
€37–78
Drive 361.1 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Calaiscar 361.1 km
3h 50m
€64–92
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
5h 19m
€107–179
Bus, train via Amsterdam - Schiphol Airport Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam - Schiphol Airport Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 42m
€38–86

Netherlands to Calais by train and foot

27Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 414.4 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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 15m.

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