What is the cheapest way to get from Calais to La Défense?

The cheapest way to get from Calais to La Défense is to train and bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calais to La Défense?

The fastest way to get from Calais to La Défense is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Calais and La Défense?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at La Défense via Magenta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Calais to La Défense?

The distance between Calais and La Défense is 305 km. The road distance is 283.8 km.

How do I travel from Calais to La Défense without a car?

The best way to get from Calais to La Défense without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €50 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Calais to La Défense?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Calais to La Défense, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to La Défense train from?

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

Where does the Calais to La Défense train arrive?

Calais to La Défense train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Calais to La Défense?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to La Défense is 284 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Calais to La Défense.

Where can I stay near La Défense?

There are 23304+ hotels available in La Défense.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Paris Nordtrain Ter
3h 9m
€50–101
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the bus from Lille to Parisbus 1755 / ...
3h 43m
€41–70
Drive 283.8 km
1. Drive from Calais to La Défensecar 283.8 km
2h 44m
€44–63
Train via Calais Frethun (TGV)
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
3h 23m
€67–117

Calais to La Défense by train

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Distance: 304.6 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Calais, France and La Défense, Île-de-France, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Calais Ville to Paris Nord every 3 hours. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 2h 55m. TGV inOui also services this route twice a week.

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