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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to London is to bus which costs £11 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to London is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calais and arriving at London Victoria. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and London?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to London. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at London St Pancras Intl via Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Calais to London?

The distance between Calais and London is 230 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to London without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Calais to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to London bus from?

Calais to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where do I catch the Calais to London train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to London?

The best way to get from Calais to London is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Calais to London bus arrive?

Calais to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Calais and London?

London is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 5:06 PM in Calais and 4:06 PM in London.

Where does the Calais to London train arrive?

Calais to London 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 London?

Book your Calais to London train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to London?

Book your Calais to London bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 20672+ hotels available in London.

Can I share a ride from Calais to London?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Calais and London. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Calais to London - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to London by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, car train, car, 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 Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3h 44m
£50–302
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus N824 / ...
3h 55m
£11
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Londonrideshare 94.8 mi
3h 13m
£11–14
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Londoncar
2h 13m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Londoncar
3h 6m
£51–65

Calais to London by train and foot

79Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Calais to London.

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to London St Pancras Intl via Lille Flandres and Lille Europe in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to London Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

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