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399 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Essen to Calais

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Cheapest
By car (399 km)
3 h 50 min
399 km.
from $21
Other
Rideshare
3 h 50 min
399 km.
from $15.18
Train via Cologne
6 h 56 min
362 km.
from $189.39
Train
7 h 27 min
363 km.
from $250.66

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Duisburg central train station to Calais
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.17–$53.43

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Calais
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81

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:
$22.90–$49.62
Train from Lille Flandres to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.63–$45.80

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:
$30.53–$69.97
Train from Lille Europe to Calais
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.53–$69.97

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$89.06
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$152.67
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$95.42
Train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$178.12

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$39.44
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.71–$62.34

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.81–$27.99

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Calais is to bus which costs $36.96 - $53.26 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Calais is to drive which takes 4h and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Calais via Duisburg central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Köln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Essen to Calais?

The distance between Essen and Calais is 516 km. The road distance is 399.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Calais without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 56m and costs $65.22 - $347.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Essen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Calais bus from?

Essen to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Duisburg central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Calais train from?

Essen to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Calais?

The best way to get from Essen to Calais is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 56m and costs $65.22 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $53.26 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Essen to Calais bus arrive?

Essen to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais station.

Where does the Essen to Calais train arrive?

Essen to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Calais is 400 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Essen to Calais.

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

Book your Essen to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Calais?

Book your Essen to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

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