What is the best way to travel from Calais to Amsterdam?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains to Amsterdam from Calais. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Amsterdam from Calais?
You can reach Amsterdam with just £161 by taking a Train from TGV Lyria, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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TGV Lyria13h 13m009:37CalaisFréthun Train Station22:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 09:37:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 22:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £161 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 13m
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TGV Lyria12h 13m009:37CalaisFréthun Train Station21:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 09:37:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £161 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 13m
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TGV Lyria9h 23m012:27CalaisFréthun Train Station21:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 12:27:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £168 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 23m
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Renfe13h 43m008:07CalaisFréthun Train Station21:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 08:07:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £192 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 43m
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Renfe6h 13m008:07CalaisFréthun Train Station14:20AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 08:07:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £235 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 13m
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What are the fastest trips from Calais to Amsterdam?
You can get to Amsterdam from Calais in just 6h 13m with a Train from Renfe. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Renfe6h 13m008:07CalaisFréthun Train Station14:20AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 08:07:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £235 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 13m
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TGV Lyria9h 23m012:27CalaisFréthun Train Station21:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 12:27:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £168 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 23m
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TGV Lyria12h 13m009:37CalaisFréthun Train Station21:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 09:37:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £161 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 13m
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TGV Lyria13h 13m009:37CalaisFréthun Train Station22:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 09:37:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 22:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £161 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 13m
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Renfe13h 43m008:07CalaisFréthun Train Station21:50AmsterdamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 21/09/2026 08:07:00 to Central Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 21/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £192 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 43m
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Bus from Calais to Amsterdam
What are the most popular stations in Calais and Amsterdam?
In Calais, you will usually depart from Les Fontinettes Train station, Beau-Marais Train Station or Ville Train Station, while in Amsterdam you will be arriving at Sloterdijk Station, Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Amsterdam from Calais? With 5 connections between 2 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Calais and Amsterdam, you can pay as low as £161 with a Train from TGV Lyria.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Renfe: you will get to Amsterdam in just 6h 13m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Calais and Amsterdam are TGV Lyria and Renfe, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Calais and Amsterdam is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Coquelles or to Diemen, and look at flights from , and landing at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Calais to Amsterdam?
The most popular companies between Calais and Amsterdam, are TGV Lyria and Renfe. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: TGV Lyria and Renfe
All you need to know when you travel from Calais to Amsterdam
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Calais to Amsterdam. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Calais to Amsterdam
How can I reach Amsterdam from Calais?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Amsterdam from Calais.
How far is Amsterdam from Calais?
The distance between Calais and Amsterdam is 262.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Calais and Amsterdam?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 64 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Calais to Amsterdam?
You can get to Amsterdam with just £161 by taking a Train from TGV Lyria.
What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Amsterdam?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Amsterdam in just 6h 13m with a Train from Renfe.
More routes to Calais and to Amsterdam
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Calais and to Amsterdam. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
