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

The cheapest way to get from Bonn to Calais is to bus and train via Cologne Airport CGN which costs €40 - €90 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bonn to Calais is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Bonn and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Bonn to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bonn Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Köln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Bonn to Calais?

The distance between Bonn and Calais is 459 km. The road distance is 427.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bonn to Calais without a car is to tram and train which takes 6h 50m and costs €75 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Bonn to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bonn to Calais train from?

Bonn to Calais train services, operated by KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, depart from Bonn Hbf station.

Where does the Bonn to Calais train arrive?

Bonn to Calais train services, operated by KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, arrive at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bonn to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Bonn to Calais is 427 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Bonn to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Bonn Hbf to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbftram 16 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 50m
€78–237
Bus, train via Cologne Airport CGN
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Lillebus N870 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
9h 26m
€43–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Lillebus N280
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 38m
€47–84
Drive 427.3 km
1. Drive from Bonn to Calaiscar 427.3 km
4h 6m
€67–97
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
6h 57m
€104–206

Bonn to Calais by tram, train, and bus

96Weekly Services

6h 50mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 459.2 km
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a train from Bonn Hbf to Calais Ville via Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 6h 57m.

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