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

The cheapest way to get from Belgium to Calais is to bus and train which costs €25 - €55 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belgium to Calais is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Belgium and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Belgium to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bourse and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Belgium to Calais?

The distance between Belgium and Calais is 215 km. The road distance is 195.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Belgium to Calais without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Belgium to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belgium to Calais train from?

Belgium to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.

Where does the Belgium to Calais train arrive?

Belgium to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Tournai station.

Can I drive from Belgium to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Belgium to Calais is 196 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Belgium to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1298+ hotels available in Calais.

Belgium to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belgium to Calais by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
3h 39m
€40–75
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus FlixBus N781 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
3h 54m
€26–51
Drive 195.5 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Calaiscar 195.5 km
1h 58m
€31–45
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Tournaitrain Trn / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
3h 55m
€35–72

Belgium to Calais by tram and train

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Distance: 215.4 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Belgium and Calais, France?

You can take a vehicle from Bourse to Calais Ville via Gare Du Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 3h 39m.

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