What is the cheapest way to get from Leuven to Étaples?

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Étaples is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Étaples?

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Étaples is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Étaples?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Étaples. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Etaples Le Touquet via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Leuven to Étaples?

The distance between Leuven and Étaples is 297 km. The road distance is 256.9 km.

How do I travel from Leuven to Étaples without a car?

The best way to get from Leuven to Étaples without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €50 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Leuven to Étaples?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Leuven to Étaples, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Étaples train from?

Leuven to Étaples train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Where does the Leuven to Étaples train arrive?

Leuven to Étaples train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Étaples?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Étaples is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Leuven to Étaples.

How do I get a train ticket from Leuven to Étaples?

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Where can I stay near Étaples?

There are 3304+ hotels available in Étaples.

Leuven to Étaples - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Leuven to Étaples by train (TGV) or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Etaples Le Touquettrain Ter
3h 52m
€54–114
Drive 256.9 km
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1. Drive from Leuven to Étaplescar 256.9 km
3h 26m
€40–58
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Etaples Le Touquettrain Ter
5h 6m
€49–116

Leuven to Étaples by train

6Weekly Trains

3h 52mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297.4 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Étaples, France?

You can take a train from Louvain to Etaples Le Touquet via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 52m.

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