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 €28 - €50 and takes 7h 14m.

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 bus between Purmerend and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Purmerend to Calais. However, there are services departing from Purmerend, Rozenstraat and arriving at Calais via Amsterdam Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

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, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Purmerend to Calais?

The distance between Purmerend and Calais is 436 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 train which takes 6h 30m and costs €110 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Purmerend to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Calais bus from?

Purmerend to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Calais train from?

Purmerend to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Schiphol Airport station.

Train or bus from Purmerend to Calais?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Calais is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs €110 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Purmerend to Calais bus arrive?

Purmerend to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais station.

Where does the Purmerend to Calais train arrive?

Purmerend to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi 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.

How do I get a train ticket from Purmerend to Calais?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Purmerend to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 Schiphol Airport 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
6h 30m
€111–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Calaisbus N814 / ...
7h 14m
€28–50
Drive 378.2 km
1. Drive from Purmerend to Calaiscar 378.2 km
3h 58m
€69–99
Bus via Amsterdam Central Station
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Calaisbus N824
7h 41m
€32–50

Purmerend to Calais by train

6Weekly Trains

6h 30mAverage Duration

€111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 436.3 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a train from Purmerend to Calais Ville via Schiphol Airport, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Calais once daily. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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