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

The cheapest way to get from Tongeren to Calais is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tongeren to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Tongeren and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Tongeren station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Tongeren Station and arriving at Calais via Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Tongeren and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Tongeren to Calais. However, there are services departing from Tongres and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Tongeren to Calais?

The distance between Tongeren and Calais is 316 km. The road distance is 286.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tongeren to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €50 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Tongeren to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tongeren to Calais bus from?

Tongeren to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Maastricht station.

Where do I catch the Tongeren to Calais train from?

Tongeren to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Tongres station.

Train or bus from Tongeren to Calais?

The best way to get from Tongeren to Calais is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Tongeren to Calais bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tongeren to Calais train arrive?

Tongeren to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Tongeren to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Tongeren to Calais is 287 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Tongeren to Calais.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tongeren to Calais by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Tongres to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 39m
€53–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Calaisbus N870
7h 19m
€24–43
Drive 286.8 km
1. Drive from Tongeren to Calaiscar 286.8 km
2h 53m
€45–64
Train via Mons
1. Take the train from Tongres to Monstrain Ic
2. Take the train from Mons to Lille Flandrestrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 28m
€41–74
Train via Mons #2
1. Take the train from Tongres to Monstrain Ic
2. Take the train from Mons to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 53m
€41–74

Tongeren to Calais by train and foot

73Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 315.8 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Tongeren, Belgium and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Tongres to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Maastricht to Calais once daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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