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

The cheapest way to get from Leiden to Calais is to bus and train which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leiden to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Leiden and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Leiden to Calais. However, there are services departing from Leiden Centraal and arriving at Calais Ville via Rotterdam Centraal, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Leiden to Calais?

The distance between Leiden and Calais is 384 km. The road distance is 314.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leiden to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €85 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Leiden to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leiden to Calais train from?

Leiden to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Where does the Leiden to Calais train arrive?

Leiden to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Leiden to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Leiden to Calais is 314 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Leiden to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 12m
€86–148
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
8h 17m
€38–66
Drive 314.5 km
1. Drive from Leiden to Calaiscar 314.5 km
3h 36m
€58–84
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 45m
€53–133
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from The Hague to Doverbus N824
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
12h 45m
€65–140

Leiden to Calais by train and foot

142Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

€86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 384.1 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Leiden, Netherlands and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Leiden Centraal to Calais Ville via Rotterdam Centraal, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 12m.

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