What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach?

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Sword Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Sword Beach. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Lion Plage via Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station and Gare SNCF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Sword Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Sword Beach. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Caen via Magenta and Paris St Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Sword Beach?

The distance between Dunkirk and Sword Beach is 557 km. The road distance is 371.9 km.

How do I travel from Dunkirk to Sword Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs €95 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Sword Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Sword Beach train from?

Dunkirk to Sword Beach train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Sword Beach?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs €95 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 10h.

Where does the Dunkirk to Sword Beach bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunkirk to Sword Beach train arrive?

Dunkirk to Sword Beach train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Sword Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Sword Beach is 372 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Dunkirk to Sword Beach.

Where can I stay near Sword Beach?

There are 2821+ hotels available in Sword Beach.

Dunkirk to Sword Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Sword Beach by train (TGV), train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Caentrain 3311 / ...
6h 3m
€99–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station to Caen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h
€38–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Amienstrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Amiens to Caenbus 712
7h 38m
€56–91
Drive 371.9 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Sword Beachcar 371.9 km
3h 55m
€60–86
Train via Amiens
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Amienstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Amiens to Rouen Rive Droitetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to Caentrain Ter
7h 48m
€85–146

Dunkirk to Sword Beach by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 557.5 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Sword Beach, France?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Sword Beach via Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Paris St Lazare, Caen, Gare SNCF, and Bas Lion in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Sword Beach via Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station, Caen - Bus Station, Gare SNCF, and Lion Plage in around 10h.

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