Brussels to Dunkirk train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Brussels to Dunkirk by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Brussels to Dunkirk take around 1 hour and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 140 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Brussels is scheduled to depart at around  05:13. The last departure is usually at around 22:47 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Brussels at around 06:27, with the last train leaving at around 20:14. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 36 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €25.28.

We think any time is a great time to visit Dunkirk, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Dunkirk.

Is there a direct train from Brussels to Dunkirk?

The journey between Brussels and Dunkirk usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Brussels to Dunkirk every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Brussels to Dunkirk?

The Brussels to Dunkirk train travel takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Brussels to Dunkirk train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dunkirk leaving Brussels at around 05:13 and the last train leaving at around 22:47 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Brussels at around 06:27, with the final departure at 20:14.