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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Calais is to drive which costs €17 - €25 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Calais is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Calais Ville via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Bruges to Calais?

The distance between Bruges and Calais is 177 km. The road distance is 109.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Calais without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 43m and costs €21 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Bruges to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Calais train from?

Bruges to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.

Where does the Bruges to Calais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bruges to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Calais is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Bruges to Calais.

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

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Bruges to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 30 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Bruges to Calais by bus, train, car, or tram

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Lillebus 757 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
3h 43m
€22–47
Drive 109.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bruges to Calaiscar 109.3 km
1h 13m
€18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Bruges to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
4h 31m
€30–62
Line 30 bus, tram, line 20 bus, bus, line 423 bus
1. Take the bus from Brugge 't Zand perron B6 to Oostende Station perron 7bus 30 / ...
2. Take the tram from Oostende Station tramperron 1 to De Panne Stationtram Kt
3. Take the bus from Adinkerque Gare to Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunesbus 20
4. Take the bus from Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes to Grande Synthe Puythouckbus C2 / ...
5. Take the bus from Grande Synthe Puythouck to Islandaisbus C4 / ...
6. Take the bus from GRAVELINES - Quai Vauban to CALAIS - Gare PEMbus 423
6h 57m

Bruges to Calais by bus and train

31Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Bruges to Calais Ville via Courtrai and Lille Flandres in around 4h 31m.

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