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Mechelen, Belgium → Calais, France

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mechelen to Calais

Composite routes from Mechelen to Calais

Cheapest
2 h 10 min
Car
211 km.
from $11
Other
3 h 42 min
183 km.
from $124.76
4 h 26 min
182 km.
from $18.09
4 h 24 min
182 km.
from $84.35

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Calais
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

Trans Nicolaescu

Phone:
0745 638 910
Email:
Website:
transnicolaescu.ro/
Bus from Brussels to Calais
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$12.78

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station to Brussel
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.65

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Lille Europe to Calais
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$42.39
Train from Lille Flandres to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$39.13

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.09–$59.78
Train from Lille Europe to Calais
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.09–$59.78

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.04–$81.52

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Malines to Bruxelles-Midi
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.89–$7.07

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Calais is to bus via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station which costs $18.09 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Calais is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Brusselpoort and arriving at Calais via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station and Brussels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Calais?

The distance between Mechelen and Calais is 238 km. The road distance is 218.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Calais without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $50 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Mechelen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Calais bus from?

Mechelen to Calais bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Calais?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Calais is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $50 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus via Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station, which costs $18.09 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Mechelen to Calais bus arrive?

Mechelen to Calais bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Stadion station.

What is the time difference between Mechelen and Calais?

It is currently 08:21 at both, Mechelen and Calais.

Where does the Mechelen to Calais train arrive?

Mechelen to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Calais is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Mechelen to Calais.

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

Book your Mechelen to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 915+ hotels available in Calais. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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