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 €18 - €23 and takes 4h 56m.

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 52m and costs €40 - €65.

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 Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Tongeren to Calais?

The distance between Tongeren and Calais is 321 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 4h 54m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Tongeren to Calais, including transfers.

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 4h 54m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €23 and takes 4h 56m.

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 52m to drive from Tongeren to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near 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-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
4h 54m
€58–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liege to Calais
4h 56m
€18–23
Drive 286.8 km
1. Drive from Tongeren to Calais286.8 km
2h 52m
€45–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tongres to Brussels-NordIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to CalaisN280
6h 3m
€33–66
Train via Mons
1. Take the train from Tongres to MonsIc
2. Take the train from Mons to Lille FlandresIc
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais VilleTer
6h 23m
€41–75

Tongeren to Calais by train

6Weekly Trains

4h 54mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321.3 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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 and Lille Europe in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, Trans Nicolaescu operates a bus from Liege to Calais once a week. Tickets cost €12 and the journey takes 3h.

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