Train Calais Dunkirk

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Train timetable info Calais-Dunkirk

Travel by train from Calais to Dunkirk. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Calais at 7h 02m and the last at 20h 07m, allowing you to cover the 50 km distance in as little as 0h 45m. Tickets are available from 6€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 51m

Shortest route time

0h 45m

First hour of departure

7h 02m

Last hour of departure

20h 07m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 18 May	Tuesday 19	Wednesday 20	Thursday 21	today	Saturday 23 May 11 € (1) TER TER	Sunday 24 14 € (1) TER TER
Monday 25 21 € (1) TER TER	Tuesday 26 11 € (1) TER TER	Wednesday 27 11 € (1) TER TER	Thursday 28	Friday 29 11 € (1) TER TER	Saturday 30 6 € (1) TER The cheapest TER	Sunday 31
Monday 1st June	Tuesday 2	Wednesday 3 June 11 € (1) TER TER	Thursday 4	Friday 5	Saturday 6 6 € (1) TER The cheapest TER	Sunday 7
Monday 8 11 € (1) TER TER	Tuesday 9	Wednesday 10	Thursday 11	Friday 12 7 € (1) TER TER	Saturday 13 Price available soon	Sunday 14 Price available soon

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Calais Dunkirk

How much does a train ticket from Calais to Dunkirk cost?

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. If you are flexible, when booking your ticket, take the time to look for the cheapest dates and times for your journey. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Calais to Dunkirk take?

The journey on a train from Calais to Dunkirk will take you about 1h 51m. Travel time may vary depending on the operator.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Calais to Dunkirk?

The fastest train can complete the journey from Calais to Dunkirk in 0h 45m.

How many trains run from Calais to Dunkirk each day?

Each day, 10 trains depart from Calais to Dunkirk.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Calais and Dunkirk?

Between Calais and Dunkirk, the service may be a Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Calais and Dunkirk by train?

The rail connection between Calais and Dunkirk is approximately 50 km.

What time is the first train from Calais to Dunkirk?

Take a morning journey on the Calais to Dunkirk train departing at 7h 02m.

What time is the last train from Calais to Dunkirk?

You have until 20h 07m to take the last train.

To leave Calais, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: CALAIS VILLE, CALAIS - FRETHUN.

At Dunkirk, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: DUNKERQUE.

Which train companies operate trains from Calais to Dunkirk?

Journeys from Calais to Dunkirk are operated by TER.

What services are offered on board?

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Calais to Dunkirk?

The price of a Calais – Dunkirk train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Calais to Dunkirk thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Calais to Dunkirk.

Price of a Calais – Dunkirk Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Calais to Dunkirk: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Calais to Dunkirk at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Calais – Dunkirk

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Calais to Dunkirk throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Calais – Dunkirk Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Calais to Dunkirk. For last-minute train tickets from Calais to Dunkirk, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Calais to Dunkirk and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Calais - Dunkirk. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Calais - Dunkirk

If you're travelling from Calais to Dunkirk, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Calais to Dunkirk with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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Classes of rail companies serving Calais - Dunkirk

To travel from Calais to Dunkirk, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Calais to Dunkirk by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Calais - Dunkirk

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Calais to Dunkirk route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

Free dedicated bike area

You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
PRM access

TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
Refundable up to the day before departure

All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
Plenty of space for your luggage

Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

Train timetables Calais-Dunkirk Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
7h 02m	7h 47m	0h 45m	TER	Booking
7h 02m Calais Ville TER 44630 7h 05m Les Fontinettes 7h 10m Beau Marais 7h 23m Gravelines 7h 29m Bourbourg 7h 38m Grande-Synthe 7h 43m Coudekerque-Branche 7h 47m Dunkerque
8h 06m	10h 04m	1h 58m	TER	Booking
8h 06m Calais Ville TER 44838 8h 09m Les Fontinettes 8h 20m Audruicq 8h 28m Watten - Eperlecques 8h 34m Saint-Omer 8h 48m Hazebrouck 54 min 9h 42m Hazebrouck TER 7359 10h 04m Dunkerque
8h 07m	10h 43m	2h 36m	TER	Booking
8h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 44412 8h 35m Lille Europe 1h04 9h 39m Lille Flandres TER 44929 9h 52m Armentieres 10h 00m Bailleul 10h 09m Hazebrouck 10h 18m Cassel 10h 23m Arneke 10h 29m Esquelbecq 10h 35m Bergues 10h 43m Dunkerque
10h 07m	12h 46m	2h 39m	TER	Booking
10h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 7516 10h 35m Lille Europe 1h04 11h 39m Lille Flandres TER 44931 11h 52m Armentieres 12h 00m Bailleul 12h 10m Hazebrouck 12h 19m Cassel 12h 25m Arneke 12h 31m Esquelbecq 12h 38m Bergues 12h 46m Dunkerque
12h 02m	12h 47m	0h 45m	TER	Booking
12h 02m Calais Ville TER 44632 12h 05m Les Fontinettes 12h 11m Beau Marais 12h 23m Gravelines 12h 29m Bourbourg 12h 38m Grande-Synthe 12h 43m Coudekerque-Branche 12h 47m Dunkerque
12h 45m	14h 26m	1h 41m	TER	Booking
12h 45m Calais Ville TER 46512 12h 47m Les Fontinettes 12h 55m Pont D'ardres 12h 59m Nortkerque 13h 03m Audruicq 13h 08m Ruminghem 13h 13m Watten - Eperlecques 13h 20m Saint-Omer 13h 26m Renescure 13h 30m Ebblinghem 13h 39m Hazebrouck 15 min 13h 54m Hazebrouck TER 44933 14h 01m Cassel 14h 06m Arneke 14h 12m Esquelbecq 14h 18m Bergues 14h 26m Dunkerque
14h 04m	16h 48m	2h 44m	TER	Booking
14h 04m Calais Ville TER 44844 14h 07m Les Fontinettes 14h 18m Audruicq 14h 26m Watten - Eperlecques 14h 33m Saint-Omer 14h 47m Hazebrouck 1h26 16h 13m Hazebrouck TER 44937 16h 22m Cassel 16h 28m Arneke 16h 33m Esquelbecq 16h 40m Bergues 16h 48m Dunkerque
16h 06m	18h 06m	2h 00m	TER	Booking
16h 06m Calais Ville TER 44846 16h 09m Les Fontinettes 16h 20m Audruicq 16h 28m Watten - Eperlecques 16h 35m Saint-Omer 16h 49m Hazebrouck 55 min 17h 44m Hazebrouck TER 7375 18h 06m Dunkerque
18h 06m	19h 30m	1h 24m	TER	Booking
18h 06m Calais Ville TER 44848 18h 09m Les Fontinettes 18h 20m Audruicq 18h 28m Watten - Eperlecques 18h 34m Saint-Omer 18h 48m Hazebrouck 08 min 18h 56m Hazebrouck TER 44941 19h 03m Cassel 19h 09m Arneke 19h 15m Esquelbecq 19h 22m Bergues 19h 30m Dunkerque
20h 07m	22h 04m	1h 57m	TER	Booking
20h 07m Calais Ville TER 44850 20h 10m Les Fontinettes 20h 21m Audruicq 20h 30m Watten - Eperlecques 20h 37m Saint-Omer 20h 50m Hazebrouck 52 min 21h 42m Hazebrouck TER 7389 22h 04m Dunkerque

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