The average train between Calais and Kent takes 6h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Calais to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Calais and Kent. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Calais is at 6:05 PM which arrives into Kent at 5:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Calais Frethun and take an average of 6h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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12h 34m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Calais to Kent? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Calais to Kent. However, there are services departing from Calais station and arriving at Kent station via Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.
Calais to Kent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Frethun station.
Calais to Kent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Calais to Kent train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Eurostar and Southeastern.
The distance between Calais and Kent is 86.5 km. The road distance is 480 km.
You can take a train from Calais Ville to Lenham via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 5h 14m.