The average train between Exeter and Calais takes 12h and the fastest train takes 6h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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.
Trains run 3 times a day between Exeter and Calais. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 4:16 PM which arrives into Calais at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 12h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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15h 40m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter 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.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Calais. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Calais station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.
Exeter to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Calais Frethun station.
Book your Exeter to Calais train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Calais is 378.8 km. The road distance is 656 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Calais Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 6h 56m.