What is the cheapest way to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €11 - €24 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk?

The fastest way to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Zaventem and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Zaventem to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Zaventem Kerkplein and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Brussels-North train station and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Zaventem and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Zaventem to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Zaventem and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Zaventem to Dunkirk?

The distance between Zaventem and Dunkirk is 198 km. The road distance is 166.4 km.

How do I travel from Zaventem to Dunkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 3h 27m and costs €40 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaventem to Dunkirk bus from?

Zaventem to Dunkirk bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Zaventem Kerkplein station.

Where do I catch the Zaventem to Dunkirk train from?

Zaventem to Dunkirk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Zaventem station.

Train or bus from Zaventem to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 3h 27m and costs €40 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €24 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Zaventem to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Zaventem to Dunkirk bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Zaventem to Dunkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaventem to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaventem to Dunkirk is 166 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Zaventem to Dunkirk.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2359+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

Zaventem to Dunkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zaventem to Dunkirk 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 via Lille
best
1. Take the train from Zaventem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
3h 27m
€45–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zaventem Kerkplein to Brussel Noord afstaphaltebus R26
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus 328 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus
5h 34m
€11–24
Drive 166.4 km
1. Drive from Zaventem to Dunkirkcar 166.4 km
1h 38m
€26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to La Pannetrain Ic / ...
5h 7m
€34–35

Zaventem to Dunkirk by train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.2 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Zaventem, Belgium and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Zaventem to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zaventem Kerkplein to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Brussel Noord afstaphalte, Brussels-North train station, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 5h 34m.

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