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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Dunkirk is to bus and tram which costs €21 - €30 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam to Dunkirk station. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Dunkirk?

The distance between Rotterdam and Dunkirk is 322 km. The road distance is 238.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 3h 46m and costs €80 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Rotterdam to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Dunkirk bus from?

Rotterdam to Dunkirk bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rotterdam station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Dunkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 3h 46m and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Dunkirk bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Dunkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Dunkirk is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Rotterdam to Dunkirk.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

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

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

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Train via Lille
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 Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
3h 46m
€82–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 25m
€19–36
Drive 238.9 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Dunkirkcar 238.9 km
2h 43m
€44–64
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain Eurostar / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to La Pannetrain Ic / ...
5h 1m
€34–96
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Brugesbus N814 / ...
2. Take the tram from Oostende Station tramperron 1 to De Panne Stationtram Kt
7h 21m
€22–30

Rotterdam to Dunkirk by train

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Distance: 322.5 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Lille - Europe Train Station in around 5h 25m.

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