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

The cheapest way to get from Waalwijk to Calais is to bus and train which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waalwijk to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Waalwijk and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Waalwijk to Calais. However, there are services departing from Tilburg and arriving at Calais Ville via Breda, Anvers-Central and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Waalwijk to Calais?

The distance between Waalwijk and Calais is 334 km. The road distance is 290.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Waalwijk to Calais without a car is to train via Lille which takes 7h 10m and costs €50 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Waalwijk to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waalwijk to Calais train from?

Waalwijk to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Breda station.

Where does the Waalwijk to Calais train arrive?

Waalwijk to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Waalwijk to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Waalwijk to Calais is 290 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Waalwijk to Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1301+ hotels available in Calais.

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

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

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Train via Lille
best
1. Take the train from Breda to Anvers-Centraltrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 10m
€53–110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turnhout Station perron 5 to Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A3bus X41 / ...
2. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Lillebus 280 / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
8h 39m
€37–67
Drive 290.1 km
1. Drive from Waalwijk to Calaiscar 290.1 km
2h 55m
€53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Breda to Anvers-Centraltrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 14m
€53–110
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Tilburg to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal 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 22m
€90–164

Waalwijk to Calais by bus, train, and foot

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7h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 334.3 km
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Waalwijk, Leeuwenbekstraat to Calais Ville via Tilburg, Centraal Station, Tilburg, Breda, Anvers-Central, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 10m.

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