What is the cheapest way to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk is to drive and car ferry which costs €35 - €100 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk?

The fastest way to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 44m and costs €160 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Newhaven and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Newhaven to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Elim Church and arriving at Dunkerque Gare via Old Steine, London Victoria, Dover and Loon Plage Cgm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Newhaven and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Newhaven to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Newhaven Town and arriving at Dunkerque via Brighton, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Newhaven to Dunkirk?

The distance between Newhaven and Dunkirk is 453 km.

How do I travel from Newhaven to Dunkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €120 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newhaven to Dunkirk bus from?

Newhaven to Dunkirk bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Newhaven to Dunkirk train from?

Newhaven to Dunkirk train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Newhaven to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €120 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €85 and takes 12h 16m.

Where does the Newhaven to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Newhaven to Dunkirk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Newhaven and Dunkirk?

Dunkirk is 1h ahead of Newhaven. It is currently 3:22 PM in Newhaven and 4:22 PM in Dunkirk.

Where does the Newhaven to Dunkirk train arrive?

Newhaven to Dunkirk train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

How do I get a train ticket from Newhaven to Dunkirk?

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

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Newhaven to Dunkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Newhaven to Dunkirk by train (Eurostar), train, car ferry, bus, car, or car train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
5h 39m
€127–248
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Newhaven to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Dunkirkcar
3h 53m
€37–97
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Dunkirkcarferry Dover to Dunkirk
9h 57m
€72–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
3. Take the bus from Dover to Dunkerque Portbus
12h 16m
€42–84
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Newhaven to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Dunkirkcar
2h 44m
€161–173

Newhaven to Dunkirk by train

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Distance: 453.3 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Newhaven, East Sussex, England and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Newhaven Town to Dunkerque via Brighton, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elim Church to Dunkerque Gare via Old Steine, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Dover, Dunkerque Port, and Loon Plage Cgm in around 12h 16m.

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