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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Gistel is to train and tram which costs €14 - €20 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Gistel is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Gistel?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Gistel station. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Oostende Station tramperron 3 via De Panne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Calais to Gistel?

The distance between Calais and Gistel is 116 km. The road distance is 87.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Gistel without a car is to train and tram which takes 4h 24m and costs €14 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Calais to Gistel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Gistel train from?

Calais to Gistel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Where does the Calais to Gistel train arrive?

Calais to Gistel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Dunkerque station.

Can I drive from Calais to Gistel?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Gistel is 88 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Calais to Gistel.

Where can I stay near Gistel?

There are 6272+ hotels available in Gistel.

Calais to Gistel - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Calais to Gistel by train, tram, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Dunkerquetrain Ter
2. Take the tram from De Panne Station to Oostende Station tramperron 3tram Kt
4h 24m
€14–19
Drive 87.7 km
1. Drive from Calais to Gistelcar 87.7 km
54 min
€14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Torhouttrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Torhout Station perron 1 to Gistel Stadhuisbus 51a / ...
4h 41m
€32–52

Calais to Gistel by train, bus, and tram

83Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.2 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Calais to Gistel. However, you can take the train to Dunkerque, walk to Dunkerque Gare, take the bus to Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes, take the line 20 bus to Adinkerque Gare, walk to De Panne Station, take the vehicle to Oostende Station tramperron 3, walk to Oostende Station perron 1, then take the bus to Gistel Stadhuis. Alternatively, you can drive from Calais to Gistel in around 54 min.

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