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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Calais is to bus which costs €25 - €65 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 32m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Calais via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Calais Ville via Reading, Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Calais?

The distance between Bournemouth and Calais is 551 km.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Calais without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs €110 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Bournemouth to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Calais bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Calais train from?

Bournemouth to Calais train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Calais?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Calais is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs €110 - €430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €65 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bournemouth and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Bournemouth. It is currently 11:20 PM in Bournemouth and 12:20 AM in Calais.

Where does the Bournemouth to Calais train arrive?

Bournemouth to Calais train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading 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
7h 6m
€117–426
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
9h 55m
€25–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
8h 57m
€32–114
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
3h 34m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
4h 32m
€84–116

Bournemouth to Calais by train, subway, and foot

76Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

€117Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Calais.

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Distance: 551.1 km
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Calais Ville via Reading, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 55m.

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