What is the cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 12h.

What is the fastest way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Münster bus stop, Brussels - Midi Train Station and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Dunkerque via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

The distance between Paderborn and Dunkirk is 602 km. The road distance is 492.9 km.

How do I travel from Paderborn to Dunkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 7h 57m and costs €130 - €260.

How long does it take to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Dunkirk bus from?

Paderborn to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paderborn station.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Dunkirk train from?

Paderborn to Dunkirk train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Dunkirk is to train via Cologne which takes 7h 57m and costs €130 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 12h.

Where does the Paderborn to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Paderborn to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Münster bus stop station.

Where does the Paderborn to Dunkirk train arrive?

Paderborn to Dunkirk train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hamm(Westf)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Dunkirk is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Paderborn to Dunkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paderborn to Dunkirk?

Book your Paderborn to Dunkirk bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

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

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

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
4. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
5. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
7h 57m
€131–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Münster bus stopbus N69
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Brussels Southbus N71
3. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus
12h
€45–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse to LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniersbus
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Dunkerquetrain Ter
9h 26m
€74–129
Drive 492.9 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Dunkirkcar 492.9 km
5h 3m
€79–114
Train
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hamm to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to La Pannetrain Ic / ...
11h 50m
€81–163

Paderborn to Dunkirk by train

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Distance: 602.1 km
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Paderborn, Germany and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Dunkerque via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 7h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Münster bus stop, Brussels - Midi Train Station, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 12h.

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