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

The cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Calais is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purmerend to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Purmerend and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Purmerend to Calais. However, there are services departing from Purmerend and arriving at Calais Ville via Schiphol Airport, Anvers-Central and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Purmerend to Calais?

The distance between Purmerend and Calais is 398 km. The road distance is 378.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Purmerend to Calais without a car is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Purmerend to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Calais train from?

Purmerend to Calais train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Schiphol Airport station.

Train or bus from Purmerend to Calais?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Calais is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €180 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Purmerend to Calais train arrive?

Purmerend to Calais train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Antwerpen-Centraal station.

Can I drive from Purmerend to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Purmerend to Calais is 378 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Purmerend to Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1100+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Purmerend to Calais by bus, train (Eurostar), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Calaisbus N824 / ...
7h 9m
€35–56
Train
1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 14m
€66–178
Drive 378.2 km
1. Drive from Purmerend to Calaiscar 378.2 km
3h 58m
€68–98

Purmerend to Calais by train and bus

21Weekly Services

7h 9mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 397.7 km
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Purmerend, Netherlands and Calais, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Calais 3 times a day. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Purmerend to Calais Ville via Schiphol Airport, Antwerpen-Centraal, Anvers-Central, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 14m.

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