What is the cheapest way to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel?

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel is to bus which costs £65 - £90 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel?

The fastest way to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs £65 - £90.

How far is it from Calais to Channel Tunnel?

The distance between Calais and Channel Tunnel is 41 miles.

How do I travel from Calais to Channel Tunnel without a car?

The best way to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel without a car is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs £65 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Channel Tunnel?

There are 1177+ hotels available in Channel Tunnel.

Calais to Channel Tunnel - 3 ways to travel via car, Eurotunnel, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Calais to Channel Tunnel by car, car train, bus, 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.

Drive, Eurotunnel
best
1. Drive from Calais to Calais-Fréthun
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonele shuttle
56 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Dover700 / ...
1h 51m
£65–87
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
1h 52m
£97–117

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 40.6 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Calais, France and Channel Tunnel, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Dover every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–40 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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