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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais is to bus and train which costs €45 - €85 and takes 11h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Aachen, Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Calais?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Calais is 517 km. The road distance is 408 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais without a car is to train via Aachen which takes 7h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Calais train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Calais train services, operated by National Express, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Calais train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Calais train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Calais is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Gelsenkirchen to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, or car

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Train via Aachen
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 7m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen - Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
11h 1m
€46–83
Bus, train via DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse
1. Take the bus from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse to LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniersbus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
9h 51m
€61–92
Drive 408 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Calaiscar 408 km
4h 8m
€66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 7m
€119–222

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Distance: 517.4 km
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Calais Ville via Aachen, Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 7m.

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