The average train between Wilhelmshaven and Dunkirk takes 12h 52m and the fastest train takes 8h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Wilhelmshaven to Dunkirk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Wilhelmshaven and Dunkirk. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Wilhelmshaven is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Dunkirk at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Osnabrück Hbf and take an average of 12h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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20h 12m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Wilhelmshaven to Dunkirk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Wilhelmshaven to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Wilhelmshaven station and arriving at Dunkirk station via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.
Wilhelmshaven to Dunkirk train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Wilhelmshaven Hbf station.
Wilhelmshaven to Dunkirk train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Dunkerque station.
Book your Wilhelmshaven to Dunkirk train tickets online with NordWestBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Wilhelmshaven and Dunkirk is 478.6 km. The road distance is 770 km.
You can take a train from Wilhelmshaven Hbf to Dunkerque via Osnabrück Hbf, Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 10h 16m.