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

The cheapest way to get from Rethel to Calais is to train and bus via Paris which costs €30 - €70 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rethel to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Rethel and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Rethel to Calais. However, there are services departing from Rethel and arriving at Calais Ville via Champagne-Ardenne and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Rethel to Calais?

The distance between Rethel and Calais is 472 km. The road distance is 277.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rethel to Calais without a car is to train via Reims which takes 5h 8m and costs €85 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Rethel to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rethel to Calais train from?

Rethel to Calais train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Rethel station.

Where does the Rethel to Calais train arrive?

Rethel to Calais train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Champagne-Ardenne station.

Can I drive from Rethel to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Rethel to Calais is 277 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Rethel to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Rethel to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rethel to Calais by train (TGV), train, 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 via Reims
best
1. Take the train from Rethel to Champagne-Ardennetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
5h 8m
€87–152
Train, bus via Paris
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rethel to Champagne-Ardennetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 109 / ...
3. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Calaisbus 700
7h 41m
€35–69
Drive 277.2 km
1. Drive from Rethel to Calaiscar 277.2 km
2h 54m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Rethel to Charleville Mezierestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Charleville Mezieres to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 15m
€47–128
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rethel to Champagne-Ardennetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 8m
€35–84

Rethel to Calais by train

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 472.3 km
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Rethel, France and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Rethel to Calais Ville via Champagne-Ardenne and Lille Europe in around 5h 8m.

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