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 - €50 and takes 7h 16m.

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 4h 3m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Netherlands and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Netherlands to Calais. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam, Buiten Brouwersstraat and arriving at Calais via Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Netherlands to Calais?

The distance between Netherlands and Calais is 420 km. The road distance is 351.1 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 12m and costs €95 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m 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 Sloterdijk station.

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Calais train from?

Netherlands to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, 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 12m and costs €95 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 16m.

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 Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Netherlands to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Netherlands to Calais is 351 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Netherlands to Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1059+ hotels available in Calais.

Netherlands to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Netherlands to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, bus, or car

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 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 12m
€95–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Calaisbus 814 / ...
7h 16m
€33–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Calaisbus 814 / ...
7h 13m
€40–104
Drive 351.1 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Calaiscar 351.1 km
4h 3m
€62–90

Netherlands to Calais by train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 419.8 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Netherlands and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Calais hourly. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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