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

The cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Calais is to bus and train via Amsterdam - Schiphol Airport Bus Station which costs €40 - €95 and takes 8h 39m.

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 Train Station, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

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 1m and costs €65 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m 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 Train Station.

Where does the Purmerend to Calais train arrive?

Purmerend to Calais train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Brussel-Zuid 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Purmerend to Calais by train (TGV), bus, train, 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 Train Station to Brussel-Zuidtrain
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 1m
€68–128
Bus, train via Amsterdam - Schiphol Airport Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam - Schiphol Airport Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 39m
€43–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Lillebus X845 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
6h 53m
€46–75
Drive 378.2 km
1. Drive from Purmerend to Calaiscar 378.2 km
3h 58m
€67–97
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station 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 31m
€62–133

Purmerend to Calais by train

5Weekly Trains

6h 1mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 436.3 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Purmerend to Calais Ville via Schiphol Airport Train Station, Brussel-Zuid, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 6h 1m.

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