What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Calais is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 13h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 15m and costs €110 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Calais via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Calais. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Calais Ville via Exeter St Davids, Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Calais?

The distance between Barnstaple and Calais is 713 km.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Calais without a car is to train which takes 8h 44m and costs €130 - €450.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Calais?

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Barnstaple to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Calais bus from?

Barnstaple to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Calais train from?

Barnstaple to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Calais?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Calais is to train which takes 8h 44m and costs €130 - €450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Calais bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Barnstaple and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Barnstaple. It is currently 2:20 PM in Barnstaple and 3:20 PM in Calais.

Where does the Barnstaple to Calais train arrive?

Barnstaple to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Barnstaple to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Calais by train (Eurostar), train, bus, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 44m
€134–444
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
13h 5m
€37–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
12h 21m
€54–120
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
5h 17m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
6h 15m
€110–153

Barnstaple to Calais by train, subway, and foot

76Weekly Services

8h 44mAverage Duration

€134Cheapest Price

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Distance: 712.6 km
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Calais Ville via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 8h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 13h 5m.

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