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Compare train and bus for Rotterdam to Calais
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $71 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $71, while a train costs an average of $71.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$71 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $65 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.69 (€-4.68). The journey takes 4h 49m versus 3h 15m 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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How to get from Rotterdam to Calais by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Rotterdam to Calais is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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19716+
8448210:42 AM4h49Rotterdam Centraal3:31 PMCalais Ville$991One-way2 transfers
Cheapest
- 9528+19716+8448210:42 AM4h49Rotterdam Centraal3:31 PMCalais Ville$991One-way2 transfers
Fastest
- 9528+19716+8448210:42 AM4h49Rotterdam Centraal3:31 PMCalais Ville$991One-way2 transfers
Other options
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K16 (16366)6:57 AM6h25Rotterdam Centraal1:22 PMCalais Ville$2661One-way1 transfer - 9416+K16 (16370)7:58 AM11h35Rotterdam Centraal7:33 PMCalais Ville$2661One-way1 transfer
- 9310+K16 (16370)6:57 AM12h36Rotterdam Centraal7:33 PMCalais Ville$2661One-way1 transfer
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- Around 14 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Calais as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Calais Ville.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Hoek van Holland and arrive in Harwich International Port.
- Travel with Eurocity Direct, Intercity, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Alibus, Eurostar, EuroCity to go to Calais by train.
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