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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to La Défense is to bus which costs €27 - €50 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to La Défense is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €60 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and La Défense?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to La Défense station. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and La Défense?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at La Défense via Magenta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to La Défense?

The distance between Dunkirk and La Défense is 303 km. The road distance is 289 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to La Défense without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €60 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Dunkirk to La Défense, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to La Défense bus from?

Dunkirk to La Défense bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station.

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

Dunkirk to La Défense train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to La Défense?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to La Défense is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €60 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Dunkirk to La Défense bus arrive?

Dunkirk to La Défense bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station.

Where does the Dunkirk to La Défense train arrive?

Dunkirk to La Défense train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to La Défense?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to La Défense is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Dunkirk to La Défense.

Where can I stay near La Défense?

There are 23456+ hotels available in La Défense.

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

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

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Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
2h 29m
€62–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 41m
€28–49
Drive 289 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to La Défensecar 289 km
3h
€45–65
Bus via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
1. Take the bus from Dunkerque to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 1751
4h 45m
€30–49

Dunkirk to La Défense by train (TGV)

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Distance: 302.6 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

TGV inOui operates a train from Dunkerque to Paris Nord every 3 hours. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €26–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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