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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Bournemouth is to car ferry and bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Bournemouth is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £150 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Bournemouth via Lille Europe, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Calais to Bournemouth?

The distance between Calais and Bournemouth is 341 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Calais to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Bournemouth train from?

Calais to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?

Bournemouth is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 6:18 PM in Calais and 5:18 PM in Bournemouth.

Where does the Calais to Bournemouth train arrive?

Calais to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2652+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
6h 13m
£132–252
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 33m
£52–115
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
8h 1m
£71–172
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Bournemouthcar
3h 35m
£158–179
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Bournemouthcar
4h 28m
£66–137

Calais to Bournemouth by car ferry, foot, and bus

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8h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.8 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Bournemouth via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 13m.

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