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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Calais

Showing times and prices for 28 Aug

Cheapest price

£77

Average price

£215

Fastest journey

5 h 28 m

Average duration

6 h 3 m

Trains per day

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Amsterdam to Calais will cost around £215 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.

Fast trains

To travel from Amsterdam to Calais you need to make at least one change.

9520+19714+84482
8:035h28
Amsterdam Zuid
13:31Calais Ville
£771One-way
2 changes
9528+19716+84482
10:035h28
Amsterdam Zuid
15:31Calais Ville
£891One-way
2 changes
9340+7591
11:1011h31
Amsterdam Centraal
22:41Calais - Fréthun
£1951One-way
1 change
9364+7591
15:107h31
Amsterdam Centraal
22:41Calais - Fréthun
£1951One-way
1 change
9340+7577
11:107h42
Amsterdam Centraal
18:52Calais - Fréthun
£1951One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Amsterdam to Calais

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £181.

Distance: 262 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£70 Average Price	£26 Average Price Cheapest	£362 Average Price
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Amsterdam to Calais train times

The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Calais trains for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
9310+7569	6:10 Amsterdam Centraal	8h13	14:23 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9310+7577	6:10 Amsterdam Centraal	12h38	18:48 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9310+7569	6:10 Amsterdam Centraal	8h13	14:23 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9310+7577	6:10 Amsterdam Centraal	13h00	19:10 Calais Ville	1 change
9310+K16 (16366)	6:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h12	13:22 Calais Ville	1 change
9310+K16 (16366)	6:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h12	13:22 Calais Ville	1 change
9310+K16 (16370)	6:10 Amsterdam Centraal	13h23	19:33 Calais Ville	1 change
9316+7569	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h13	14:23 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9416+7569	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h13	14:23 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9416+7577	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	11h38	18:48 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9316+7569	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h13	14:23 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9416+7569	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h13	14:23 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9416+7577	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	12h00	19:10 Calais Ville	1 change
9416+K16 (16370)	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	12h23	19:33 Calais Ville	1 change
9316+K16 (16370)	7:10 Amsterdam Centraal	12h23	19:33 Calais Ville	1 change
9520+19714+84482	8:04 Amsterdam Zuid	5h27	13:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9322+7569	8:10 Amsterdam Centraal	6h13	14:23 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9322+7577	8:10 Amsterdam Centraal	10h47	18:57 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9322+K16 (16370)	8:10 Amsterdam Centraal	11h23	19:33 Calais Ville	1 change
9322+19714+84482	8:10 Amsterdam Centraal	5h21	13:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
1820+9322+19714+84482	8:14 Amsterdam Zuid	5h17	13:31 Calais Ville	3 changes
9428+7577	9:10 Amsterdam Centraal	9h47	18:57 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9428+K16 (16370)	9:10 Amsterdam Centraal	10h23	19:33 Calais Ville	1 change
9328+84482+19716	9:10 Amsterdam Centraal	6h21	15:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9428+K16 (16372)	9:10 Amsterdam Centraal	13h12	22:22 Calais Ville	1 change
9428+84482+19716	9:10 Amsterdam Centraal	6h21	15:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9528+19716+84482	10:04 Amsterdam Zuid	5h27	15:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9340+7591	11:10 Amsterdam Centraal	11h31	22:41 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9340+7577	11:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h47	18:57 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9340+K16 (16370)	11:10 Amsterdam Centraal	8h23	19:33 Calais Ville	1 change
9340+K16 (16372)	11:10 Amsterdam Centraal	11h12	22:22 Calais Ville	1 change
9352+7591	13:10 Amsterdam Centraal	9h31	22:41 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9352+7581	13:10 Amsterdam Centraal	6h36	19:46 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9352+7057+7577	13:10 Amsterdam Centraal	5h47	18:57 Calais - Fréthun	2 changes
9352+19736+84482	13:10 Amsterdam Centraal	5h21	18:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9352+K16 (16372)	13:10 Amsterdam Centraal	9h12	22:22 Calais Ville	1 change
1840+9352+19736+84482	13:14 Amsterdam Zuid	5h17	18:31 Calais Ville	3 changes
9544+19742+84482	14:04 Amsterdam Zuid	5h25	19:29 Calais Ville	2 changes
9364+7591	15:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h31	22:41 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9364+19744+84483	15:10 Amsterdam Centraal	5h21	20:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9364+K16 (16372)	15:10 Amsterdam Centraal	7h12	22:22 Calais Ville	1 change
1848+9364+19744+84483	15:14 Amsterdam Zuid	5h17	20:31 Calais Ville	3 changes
9552+19726+84483	16:04 Amsterdam Zuid	5h27	21:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9370+7591	16:10 Amsterdam Centraal	6h31	22:41 Calais - Fréthun	1 change
9370+19726+84483	16:10 Amsterdam Centraal	5h21	21:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
1852+9370+19726+84483	16:14 Amsterdam Zuid	5h17	21:31 Calais Ville	3 changes
9556+19728+84483	17:04 Amsterdam Zuid	5h27	22:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9376+19728+84483	17:10 Amsterdam Centraal	5h21	22:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
9476+84483+19728	17:10 Amsterdam Centraal	5h21	22:31 Calais Ville	2 changes
1856+9476+19728+84483	17:14 Amsterdam Zuid	5h17	22:31 Calais Ville	3 changes
1856+9376+19728+84483	17:14 Amsterdam Zuid	5h17	22:31 Calais Ville	3 changes
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Calais

Netherlands

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Trains from Amsterdam to Calais run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 5h 26m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £25

Distance

262 km

Average train duration

5h 1m

Cheapest ticket price

£47

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 26m

First train

5:29

Last train

21:13

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £25

Train companies: Intercity, Eurocity Direct, TER | SNCF, Eurostar from Amsterdam to Calais trainsIntercity, Eurocity Direct, TER | SNCF, Eurostar trains will get you between Amsterdam and Calais from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About

Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

5h 51m

Cheapest Price

£54

Intercity frequency

6 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket

Quiet zone

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Eurostar

About

Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 44m

Cheapest Price

£171

Eurostar frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket

Luggage storage

Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes

Seat reservation

Included in ticket price for all classes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs

Quiet zone

Eurocity Direct

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

5h 26m

Cheapest Price

£47

Eurocity Direct frequency

1 a day

TER | SNCF

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

5h 16m

Cheapest Price

£72

TER | SNCF frequency

1 a day

Complete guide to Calais

Things to do in Calais

Discover the best of Calais — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Calais trip today.

Must visit

Cité de la dentelle et de la mode de Calais

Major lace and fashion museum in a converted factory, explaining Calais's textile heritage through machinery, dress and design displays.

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Recommended

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Calais

Fine arts museum with works on Rodin, local history and temporary exhibitions, set near the town hall in central Calais.

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Recommended

Musée Mémoire 39-45

Second World War museum inside a former German naval bunker, presenting occupied Calais through objects, documents and immersive spaces.

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Euro (€)

Calais is moderate by French standards, with fairly priced meals and local transport, while hotels can rise in peak ferry and summer periods.

Average meal costs

Budget: €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €55+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.50-4 for a coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up; cafés often just keep the small change.

FAQs: Amsterdam to Calais train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Calais by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Amsterdam to Calais can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £70.

The train journey from Amsterdam to Calais covers a distance of 262 km and takes approximately 5h 26m. Trains run 6 per day.

The train distance from Amsterdam to Calais is 262 km.

The first train from Amsterdam to Calais leaves at 5:29.

The last train from Amsterdam to Calais departs at 21:13.

Trains from Amsterdam to Calais run approximately 6 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Amsterdam to Calais.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Amsterdam to Calais.

To get from Amsterdam to Calais, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

There is no night train service from Amsterdam to Calais.

The train station in Amsterdam that goes to Calais is Amsterdam Centraal, and it arrives at Calais Ville.

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Calais is by coach, costing approximately £25.

Booking trains from Amsterdam to Calais in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Amsterdam to Calais offers varied scenery, including views of the Dutch countryside, quaint towns, and the changing landscapes of Belgium and northern France, though it primarily serves as a practical route rather than a notably scenic one.

A day trip from Amsterdam to Calais is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 26m. There are 2 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 262 km.

In Calais, you can explore the Musée des Beaux-Arts to admire fine arts, stroll through Parc Richelieu, and visit Les Baraques Military Cemetery. Experience the impressive Calais Dragon and explore the local market for regional delicacies. Don't miss the historical Calais Lighthouse for panoramic views, the famous Burghers of Calais sculpture, the Flemish Renaissance-style Calais Town Hall, the relaxing Calais Beach, and the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode for a glimpse into the history of lace-making and fashion.

Two to three days in Calais should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Calais Lighthouse, the Musée des Beaux-Arts, and the historic Calais Town Hall.

Yes, you can take the train from Amsterdam to Calais.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Amsterdam and Calais

Most Amsterdam to Calais trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Calais Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Calais - Fréthun. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Calais train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Amsterdam

Arrival train stations in Calais

Which Amsterdam station do trains to Calais leave from?

Trains from Amsterdam to Calais leave from Amsterdam Centraal. The station is 1 km from Amsterdam city centre at Stationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Amsterdam CentraalStationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre

BusN87, N85, N88 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Tram17, 2, 24 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~48 min

Subway52 · 1m · £0.90 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.

More about Amsterdam Centraal

Amsterdam ZuidParnassusweg 819, 1082 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands+31 20 624 1111 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre

Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:

Tram5 · 18m · £2 · every ~12 min

Subway52 · 8m · £2 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.