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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Calais is to bus which costs €29 - €65 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 59m and costs €28 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Calais. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Calais Ville via Aldgate station, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Basildon to Calais?

The distance between Basildon and Calais is 164 km.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €110 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Basildon to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Calais train from?

Basildon to Calais train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Calais?

The best way to get from Basildon to Calais is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €110 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €65 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the time difference between Basildon and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Basildon. It is currently 9:52 PM in Basildon and 10:52 PM in Calais.

Where does the Basildon to Calais train arrive?

Basildon to Calais train services, operated by c2c, arrive at London Fenchurch Street station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Basildon to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and bus

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

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

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Basildon to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2h 59m
€28–76
Bus via Dover
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus N380 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus N280 / ...
7h 31m
€22–116
Train
1. Take the train from Basildon to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
4h 56m
€119–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus N380 / ...
7h 28m
€29–64
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Basildon to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
1h 58m

Basildon to Calais by train, foot, and subway

5Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

€119Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.1 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Basildon to Calais Ville via London Fenchurch Street, Aldgate station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Calais every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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