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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €35 - €80 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Münster bus stop, Brussels - Midi Train Station and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Dunkerque via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

The distance between Paderborn and Dunkirk is 636 km. The road distance is 493.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 8h 36m and costs €85 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Dunkirk bus from?

Paderborn to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paderborn station.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Dunkirk train from?

Paderborn to Dunkirk train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk is to train via Cologne which takes 8h 36m and costs €85 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 12h 16m.

Where does the Paderborn to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Paderborn to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Münster bus stop station.

Where does the Paderborn to Dunkirk train arrive?

Paderborn to Dunkirk train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hamm(Westf)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Dunkirk is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Paderborn to Dunkirk.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

Book your Paderborn to Dunkirk bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
3. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
4. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
5. Take the train from Lille Europe to DunkerqueTer
8h 36m
€88–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Münster bus stopN69
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Brussels SouthN71
3. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Lille - Europe Train Station
4. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station
12h 16m
€35–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Dortmund HbfRe
2. Take the bus from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse to LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniers
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to DunkerqueTer
9h 40m
€61–113
Drive 493.2 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Dunkirk493.2 km
5h 1m
€77–111
Train
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Dortmund HbfRe
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Bruxelles MidiTha
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to La PanneIc / ...
9h 54m
€78–255

Paderborn to Dunkirk by train

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8h 36mAverage Duration

€88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 635.8 km
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Paderborn, Germany and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Dunkerque via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Münster bus stop, Brussels - Midi Train Station, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 12h 16m.

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