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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Calais is to bus and train which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Aachen to Calais?

The distance between Aachen and Calais is 359 km. The road distance is 340.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Aachen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Calais train from?

Aachen to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen, Hbf station.

Where does the Aachen to Calais train arrive?

Aachen to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Calais is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Aachen to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1290+ hotels available in Calais.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
4h 22m
€64–148
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Lillebus 328 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
7h 3m
€36–66
Drive 340.9 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Calaiscar 340.9 km
3h 21m
€54–78
Train via Calais Frethun
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
4h 47m
€63–144
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Trn / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 17m
€61–149

Aachen to Calais by train and bus

109Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Calais Ville via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Rue De Tournai, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 22m.

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