What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais is to bus which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam Centrum and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Calais. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam Centrum and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais?

The distance between Rotterdam Centrum and Calais is 351 km. The road distance is 279.2 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €80 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centrum to Calais bus from?

Rotterdam Centrum to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centrum to Calais train from?

Rotterdam Centrum to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €80 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Rotterdam Centrum to Calais bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam Centrum to Calais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam Centrum to Calais is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais?

Book your Rotterdam Centrum to Calais bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 32+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Rotterdam Centrum 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 Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
4h 22m
€80–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to CalaisN814 / ...
4h 45m
€24–35
Drive 279.2 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Calais279.2 km
3h 8m
€50–73

Rotterdam Centrum to Calais by train

5Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

€80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 351.2 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Rotterdam Centrum, Netherlands and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Calais hourly. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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