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

The cheapest way to get from Bielefeld to Calais is to bus and train which costs €65 - €100 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bielefeld to Calais is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs €80 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Bielefeld and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Bielefeld to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bielefeld Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Dortmund Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Gare Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Bielefeld to Calais?

The distance between Bielefeld and Calais is 642 km. The road distance is 535.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bielefeld to Calais without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs €150 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Bielefeld to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bielefeld to Calais train from?

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

Where does the Bielefeld to Calais train arrive?

Bielefeld to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bielefeld to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Bielefeld to Calais is 535 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Bielefeld to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1274+ hotels available in Calais.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 17m
€156–287
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Lillebus
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
9h 21m
€53–124
Drive 535.2 km
1. Drive from Bielefeld to Calaiscar 535.2 km
5h 16m
€85–123
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Dortmund , Busbahnof Steinstrbus
2. Take the bus from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse to LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniersbus
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
9h 51m
€66–100

Bielefeld to Calais by train and tram

35Weekly Services

8h 17mAverage Duration

€156Cheapest Price

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Distance: 641.7 km
Duration: 8h 17m

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

You can take a train from Bielefeld Hbf to Calais Ville via Dortmund Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 8h 17m.

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