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3 h 54 min
414 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Gelsenkirchen to Calais

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Cheapest
By car (414 km)
3 h 54 min
414 km.
from $22
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Rideshare
3 h 54 min
414 km.
from $15.75
Train via Cologne
7 h 1 min
368 km.
from $176.91
Train
9 h 1 min
369 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:
$32.61–$45.65

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:
$18.48–$27.17
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Calais
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17

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 Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$130.43
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.04–$81.52
Train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$152.17

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$30.43–$33.70
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$46.74–$53.26

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$23.91

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 Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais is to bus and night bus which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Köln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Calais?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Calais is 523 km. The road distance is 413.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 7h 1m and costs $65.22 - $315.22 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Calais?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Calais is to train via Cologne which takes 7h 1m and costs $65.22 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $70.65 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Calais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Calais is 414 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Calais.

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

Book your Gelsenkirchen 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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