Means of transport Côte d'Opale

Located at the mouth of the Canche River, the marina offers a perfect stopover just a stone's throw from the city center of Étaples-sur-Mer and its shops. It is accessible at high tide and offers 250 berths (maximum length 12 m and maximum draught 1.30 m). This peaceful port of call has a Blue Flag rating and has 4 anchors at the Gold Anchor. Sanitary facilities, showers, water and electricity (220V/6A) on the pontoons, wifi, cleaning area with high pressure cleaner and careening area, the services are of high quality.

DK'Bus is the public transport network of the Communauté urbaine de Dunkerque. Since 2018, public transport has been 100% free. The network has been completely redesigned and meshed with so-called Chrono lines (C1, C2, C3, C4 and C5) every 10 minutes, direct lines and connecting lines. You can leave the car alone, except if you want to go to the west of the conurbation, where journey times are quite long. An evening Noctibus N1 and N2 service is also available, as is a night taxi-bus service (booking required).

Voyages Dumont is a transport company based in Boulogne-sur-Mer. Founded in 1933, it began by offering school transport services before expanding into tourism along the Côte d'Opale. Voyages Dumont benefits from the support of its shareholders, forming a network of over 500 coaches. The company boasts a fleet of recent, environmentally-friendly vehicles, with 100% of the fleet in Euro 6. It also offers bus rental services, organized trips and school transport. The Voyages Dumont teams are available to answer any requests for quotes or information.

The community network of the Boulonnaise region operates every day of the year except on 1 May and 25 December. Only unit tickets and 4-travel books are sold by the driver, go to the bus area, rue de la Lamp, for other formulas and remove a schedule guide. 26 bus lines serve Boulogne and its region, until Dannes to the south, Wimereux to the north and La-Capelle-les Boulogne to the land. There is a bus service to Calais on 03 21 96 49 54 or via Marchioness at 03 21 32 30 90 at the departure of Daunou boulevard. Another line joins Berck and Le Touquet at 03 21 31 77 48, and finally a link to Desvres is also insured at 03 21 10 34 34.

This is the conurbation's TGV station, located 7 kilometers from Calais, not far from the Channel Tunnel. On weekdays, TGV trains to Paris take you to the capital at 6:29 a.m. and return at 8:23 p.m. The Eurostar - which stops here five times a day - takes you to London or Brussels. Trains (including several TERs) can also serve destinations throughout the region: Le Touquet or Arras... A large free parking lot is available opposite the station. Inside, you'll find a press office and ticket counters.

Two stations serve Boulogne-sur-Mer: one on the banks of the Liane, boulevard Voltaire, and the other, older, near the town center, gare des Tintelleries, rue de Belterre. The main station (boulevard Voltaire) is open until 9.40pm and serves Paris and Lille via the TGV line, as well as Amiens, Calais and Rang-du-Fliers via the TER network. For information, the ticket office is open from 9am to 5:15pm, Monday to Saturday. The Tintelleries station is the gateway to the region's TER network.

The Yacht Club de la Mer du Nord is a sailing club located in Dunkirk. It offers associative nautical activities all year round. Visitors can rent a berth in the club's marina. The Yacht Club de la Mer du Nord is affiliated to the Fédération Française de Voile and is also a member of the Yacht Club de France.

The Port du Bassin de la Marine is a marina located in Dunkirk. It offers easy access to the North Sea and is ideal for sailing enthusiasts. The port has a dedicated team and is accessible to people with reduced mobility. The port also offers special rates for visitors. For those wishing to discover the region, there are plenty of activities to do nearby. The port's website features a section dedicated to tourism, with information on restaurants, things to do and upcoming events. The port also has a technical area for boat maintenance.

With its marinas, located 15 miles from Nieuwpoort (Belgium) and 35 miles from Dover (UK), the city of Dunkirk offers a well-deserved stopover for those sailing along the coast. Boats of all sizes can stay in the Grand Large harbour (250 berths) in the eastern channel of the harbour (accessible directly from the sea), in the Bassin de la Marine (170 berths) and in the Bassin du Commerce (140 berths) in the city centre.

More comfortable than public transport, but also much more practical (especially when traveling with lots of suitcases), Ludo Transport is at your service to get you around Dunkirk and the surrounding area. With Ludo Transport, you don't have to wait in line for hours to rent a car at the best prices. Plan your journey in advance and Ludo will pick you up directly from Dunkerque station, or any other location you specify. Fast, simple, practical... Who could ask for more?

A very practical station to arrive on the Opal Coast. It is served by TGV from Paris, but also by TER from Lille, Arras or Calais and Amiens. It is very convenient to get around in the region. In the station, you will find all the expected services: a small mini-market, ticket machines, a ticket office and information. Now you can enjoy beautiful stays on the coast or inland, discovering Dunkerque and all the wonders of Flanders Maritime. So don't hesitate any longer and get on the next train!

You will always find a taxi place Dalton, close to the shops, the port, and 5 min walk from the old town.

Located in the heart of the town, the marina is close to the various shops and services (boutiques, bars, restaurants, post office, etc.) and the beach. The 470 moorings are divided into 3 basins, adapted to different needs (one is accessible 24 hours a day for visitors, another is larger and requires information on the tides to pass through the lock, and a third can accommodate boats up to 25 metres long).

Calais is well known for its port and its links with England. To get around the town and its surroundings, Autocars Guy Portal is a bus and coach transport company offering its services.

Imag'in is the region's resolutely attractive transport network, combining environmentally friendly modes of transport (boat and bicycle) and classic public transport lines. Thanks to its extensive and efficient offer, you can easily reach the 10 communes of the Greater Calais Urban Community as well as the commune of Guînes all year round. Don't hesitate to visit the site which gives you all the information you need on the double-decker bus, self-service bicycles, free shuttles, etc.

Étaples (or Étaples-Le Touquet) station is one of the ideal stations to reach the Opal Coast: it is indeed served by both TER (regional express train) and TGV (high speed train). A parking lot has been built around the station and a bicycle park is also available to facilitate soft mobility. The ticket offices are open every day and automatic terminals are available for travelers to buy tickets easily.

Voyages Dumont is a transport company based in Hesdin. Founded in 1933, it began with school transport before expanding into tourism along the Opal Coast. The company has a fleet of over 500 coaches and offers a range of services including school transport, regular routes, bus rental and organized trips. Les Coaches Dumont is distinguished by its recent, environmentally-friendly fleet, with 100% of its vehicles complying with the Euro 6 standard.

At the gateway to Europe and just a short hop from England. Thanks to its Instrument Landing System (ILS) equipment, Calais-Dunkirk airport is part of the region's business, health, military and tourist aviation circuits. Aircraft land there without worry or need for prior authorisation, except those coming from outside the Schengen area. Several local aviation clubs offer first flights and instructor courses.

Outreau is a town in the Pas-de-Calais department. For travel by coach or bus, passengers can turn to Autocars Caron. Despite the lack of information, it's important to emphasize that bus transport is an economical and practical way to get around Outreau. Regular routes serve major cities and offer attractive fares, especially for young people and families on a budget. What's more, coaches also provide school transport in the département.

Saint Omer Taxis is a cab and VTC company located in Saint-Omer. They offer a range of transport services, including seated patient transport, transport for people with reduced mobility, assistance and repatriation transport, corporate transport, private transport, station-airport transport, parcel transport, sightseeing and child transport. They have several vehicles at their disposal, including the Renault Grand Scénic 2018 Intens with 7 seats, the Renault Grand Scénic 2021 Business with 7 seats, as well as single- and twin-axle trailers.