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Musée Dunkerque 1940 Operation Dynamo
Leading museum on Operation Dynamo, using documents, vehicles and film to explain the 1940 evacuation and Dunkirk’s wartime story.
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Dunkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Dunkirk will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Antwerp to Dunkirk you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Dunkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 143 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Dunkirk trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:33 Antwerp | 11h48 | 9:21 Dunkirk | 2 changes | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
![]() | 5:36 Antwerp | 4h12 | 9:48 Dunkirk | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:36 Antwerp | 4h13 | 10:49 Dunkirk | 1 change | |
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Trains from Antwerp to Dunkirk run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 20:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Dunkirk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dunkirk trip today.
Leading museum on Operation Dynamo, using documents, vehicles and film to explain the 1940 evacuation and Dunkirk’s wartime story.
Museum of fine arts, natural history and local heritage in a former tobacco warehouse, with varied collections and family-friendly displays.
Major contemporary art museum and sculpture garden on the seafront, known for bold exhibitions in a striking converted shipyard hall.
Long sandy beach and promenade ideal for walking, sea views and wartime remembrance, with broad space and easy access from town.
Central square framed by civic buildings and cafés, best known for the Jean Bart monument and major local events.
Redeveloped marina district with basins, modern architecture and waterside walks, connecting museums and the seafront.
A rich fish soup from the Opal Coast, often linked with Dunkirk’s port culture and served with rouille and bread.
A Flemish beef and onion stew slowly cooked in dark beer. It is a staple across French Flanders and very common around Dunkirk.
A local savoury tart of leeks, cream and pastry, widely eaten in northern France and French Flanders as a traditional starter or light meal.
Refined seafood-focused dining near the seafront, known for polished French cooking in a smart, contemporary setting.
Traditional brasserie serving regional Flemish dishes, beer-based cooking and hearty northern classics in a relaxed atmosphere.
Popular waterside restaurant for fish, shellfish and French staples, with an easy-going setting close to Dunkirk’s marina.
Moderate for France: meals and cafés are fairly priced, local transport is affordable, and hotels usually cost less than in Paris or the Côte d’Azur.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.
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Gare de Dunkerque -> Place Jean Bart, Dunkerque
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Antwerp to Dunkirk trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Koksijde station pair. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Dunkirk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen 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 options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem 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.
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
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