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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Basildon is to car ferry and bus which costs £13 - £55 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Basildon is to car ferry and drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £23 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Basildon via Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Calais to Basildon?

The distance between Calais and Basildon is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Calais to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Basildon train from?

Calais to Basildon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Basildon?

Basildon is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 1:59 PM in Calais and 12:59 PM in Basildon.

Where does the Calais to Basildon train arrive?

Calais to Basildon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 991+ hotels available in Basildon.

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

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Basildoncar
2h 57m
£24–65
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to Upminsterbus Michalovce
5h 7m
£14–52
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
4h 48m
£51–196
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Basildoncar
2h 1m
Car ferry, bus via London
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
6h 36m
£29–103

Calais to Basildon by train, foot, and subway

80Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 101.9 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Basildon via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 4h 48m.

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