Day trip from Dunkirk to Dover by ferry
Why visit Dover for the day?
Dover is a historic Kent port known for the White Cliffs and Dover Castle. Its busy harbour, wartime past and chalk coastline give the town a distinctly maritime character.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Amsterdam to Dunkirk
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Dunkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £495.
Distance: 228 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £495 Average Price |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Amsterdam to Dunkirk
Compare the available ways to get from Amsterdam to Dunkirk, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Dunkirk is a coach with an average price of £17.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Dunkirk:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Dunkirk costing on average £64.
A coach is £478 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Dunkirk costing on average £495.
The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Dunkirk is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 51m.
Other travel options to Dunkirk take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 52m.
Coach takes on average 6h 6m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Dunkirk including taking a train, coach and flight.
Travel optionsfrom Amsterdam to Dunkirk
How to get to Dunkirk from Amsterdam by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Dunkirk is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 1658 · 50803
13:30 9h45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) 23:15 Dunkerque, Gare routière £23 1 One-way 1 change
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- 1658 · 50803
13:30 9h45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) 23:15 Dunkerque, Gare routière £23 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
- KL1055
9:10 0h50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 9:00 Norwich International Airport £729 1 One-way 0 changes
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445038:04 5h48 Amsterdam Zuid 13:52 Dunkerque £59 1 One-way 3 changes- 19716+44823 · 44703+9528
10:04 5h28 Amsterdam Zuid 15:32 Dunkerque £74 1 One-way 3 changes - 9370+
739116:10 6h32 Amsterdam Centraal 22:42 Dunkerque £96 1 One-way 1 change
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12:45 10h30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) 23:15 Dunkerque, Gare routière £23 1 One-way 1 change - 1666 · 50803
17:00 6h15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) 23:15 Dunkerque, Gare routière £26 1 One-way 1 change - 1682 · 50803
11:45 11h30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) 23:15 Dunkerque, Gare routière £28 1 One-way 1 change
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21:35 0h55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 21:30 Norwich International Airport £635 1 One-way 0 changes - KL1059
17:10 0h50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 17:00 Norwich International Airport £729 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Dunkirk by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Dunkirk are Dover, Lille, Bruges, Calais and Arras. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Dunkirk on Omio.
Day trip from Dunkirk to Lille by ferry
Why visit Lille for the day?
Lille is a lively northern French city with Flemish character, handsome old streets and a strong student presence. It is known for the Grand'Place, Vieux-Lille and a food scene that blends French and Belgian influences.
Day trip from Dunkirk to Bruges by ferry
Why visit Bruges for the day?
Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.
Day trip from Dunkirk to Calais by ferry
Why visit Calais for the day?
Calais is a Channel port in northern France, known for its close ties to Britain, wide beach and maritime feel. The city mixes wartime history and lace-making heritage with a seafront made more distinctive by the Dragon de Calais.
Day trip from Dunkirk to Arras by ferry
Why visit Arras for the day?
Arras is known for its grand Flemish-Baroque squares, belfry and underground Boves tunnels. The rebuilt centre combines wartime history with a calm northern French atmosphere.
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FAQs: Amsterdam to Dunkirk
Travel to Dunkirk easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Dunkirk.
There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Dunkirk including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Dunkirk is a coach with an average price of £17.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Dunkirk:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Dunkirk costing on average £64.
A coach is £478 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Dunkirk costing on average £495.
The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Dunkirk is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 51m.
Other travel options to Dunkirk take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 52m.
Coach takes on average 6h 6m.
The Amsterdam to Dunkirk distance is approximately 228 km.
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Dunkirk is:
- Around 14 trains per day.
- Around 5 coaches per day.
- Around 3 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Dunkirk as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Dunkirk:
- Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Norwich International Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Dunkerque.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Hoek van Holland and arrive in Harwich International Port.
- Coaches mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Dunkerque, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Dunkirk, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with KLM, KLM Cityhopper, British Airways to go to Dunkirk by flight.
- Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Dunkirk by coach.
- Travel with Eurostar, Intercity, Eurocity Direct, SNCB, TGV to go to Dunkirk by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Amsterdam to Dunkirk:
- 3 direct flights per day with KLM, KLM Cityhopper.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Dunkirk often also extend their vacation to go to Lille, Paris, Dover, London, Calais. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dunkirk and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Amsterdam to Dunkirk, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Dunkirk, you can visit the Dunkirk War Museum to learn about Operation Dynamo during World War II, enjoy the lively Dunkirk Carnival with its parades and traditional costumes, and explore Fort des Dunes for guided tours and panoramic views. Take a boat tour of Dunkirk Harbour for a unique view of the port, and visit local markets to experience the vibrant atmosphere and regional delicacies. Discover Dunkirk Beach, known for its historical significance and recreational opportunities, the Dunkirk Port Museum for maritime history, Saint-Éloi Church's Gothic architecture, the Dunkirk Lighthouse for stunning coastal views, and Fort Vallieres for insights into military history.
A visit to Dunkirk can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing enough time to explore its historical sites, beaches, and museums.
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