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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Calais is to bus and train via Lille which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Utrecht and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Utrecht to Calais. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal and arriving at Calais Ville via Rotterdam Centraal, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Calais?

The distance between Utrecht and Calais is 353 km. The road distance is 327.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Calais without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 12m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Utrecht to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Calais train from?

Utrecht to Calais train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.

Where does the Utrecht to Calais train arrive?

Utrecht to Calais train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Rotterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Utrecht to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Calais is 327 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Utrecht to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1201+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Utrecht to Calais by bus, train, train (Eurostar, TGV), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Utrecht to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
5h 12m
€40–73
Bus, train via Lille
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Central Station to Lillebus N800
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 6m
€36–73
Train
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
5h 56m
€95–163
Drive 327.3 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Calaiscar 327.3 km
3h 26m
€58–83
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 45m
€58–138

Utrecht to Calais by bus and train

6Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 353.3 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Calais Ville via Rotterdam Centraal, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 5h 56m.

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