London to Calais Buses

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Duration	6h 5m
Distance	151 km
Average price	16€
Frequency	5/week

Trip overview

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Calais

The bus between London and Calais takes 6h 5m. The bus runs, on average, 5 times per week from London to Calais. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Night bus via Dover

London, London Victoria Coach Station
Dover, Dover
Calais

4h 50m

16€ - 21€

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London to Calais bus times

Buses run five times a week between London Victoria and Calais. The service departs London Victoria at 21:00 at night, which arrives into Calais at 04:05. All services require a transfer at Dover, Dover (Ferry) and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Train services typically run at the following times each day These schedules are estimated

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These schedules are estimated: The schedules shown above are estimated schedules based on typical services on the average day and may vary depending on when you plan to travel. Please make sure you confirm the departure/arrival times and availability with the operator before planning your trip.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from London to Calais? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Calais?

There is widespread community transmission globally.
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Is there a direct bus between London and Calais?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from London, London Victoria Coach Station station and arriving at Calais Terminal Ferry. This bus operates Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

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What is the distance between London and Calais?

The distance between London and Calais is 151 km.

Where do I catch the London to Calais bus from?

London to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, London Victoria Coach Station.

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Where does the London to Calais bus arrive?

London to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais Terminal Ferry station.

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What is the time difference between London and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of London. It is currently 12:46 AM in London and 1:46 AM in Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 118+ hotels available in Calais. Prices start at 75€ per night.

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What companies run services between London and Calais?

You can take a vehicle from London Victoria to Calais via Dover, Dover in around 4h 50m.

Bus operators

FlixBus

Ave. Duration

2h 15m

Frequency

Once daily

Estimated price

9€ - 11€

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).