How to travel from Antwerp to Calais

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Compare bus and train for Antwerp to Calais

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, while a train costs an average of $60.

Distance: 112 miles (181 km)

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$60

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Cheapest

$41

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5h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 19m

Average total duration

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Compare ways to travel from Antwerp to Calais

Compare the available ways to get from Antwerp to Calais, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Calais is a train with an average price of $60.
The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 5h 13m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antwerp and Calais including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Antwerp to Calais among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $60 compared to roughly $41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$19. The journey takes 4h 43m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Antwerp to Calais

How to get from Antwerp to Calais by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Antwerp to Calais is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Eurostar
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Eurostar
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Eurostar
    3 transfers

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  • Eurostar
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp to Calais

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There are 2 options to travel between Antwerp and Calais including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Calais is a train with an average price of $60.
The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 5h 13m.
The distance from Antwerp to Calais is approximately 112 miles (181 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Calais is:
  • Around 24 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp and Calais as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Calais:
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Calais Ville.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Hoek van Holland and arrive in Harwich International Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Calais, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Calais by train.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Calais often also extend their vacation to go to London, Dover, Paris, Lille, Gravelines. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Calais and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Calais to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Calais, you can explore a collection of fine arts at the Musée des Beaux-Arts, enjoy a leisurely stroll in Parc Richelieu, and visit the serene Les Baraques Military Cemetery. Experience the impressive Calais Dragon and explore the local market for regional delicacies. Don't miss the historic Calais Lighthouse for panoramic views, the famous sculpture "The Burghers of Calais" by Auguste Rodin, and the impressive Calais Town Hall. Relax at Calais Beach and discover the history of lace-making at the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode.
A visit to Calais can be well-suited for a day trip or a short two-day stay, allowing time to explore its main attractions such as the Calais Lighthouse, the City of Lace and Fashion, and the historic Town Hall.

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