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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to London is to rideshare which costs £11 - £14 and takes 3h 13m.

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 11m and costs £23 - £70.

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 43m.

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 43m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Calais to London, including transfers.

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.

What is the time difference between Calais and London?

London is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 3:46 AM in Calais and 2:46 AM 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.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 21330+ 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, car ferry, bus, and rideshare

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

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 43m
£39–162
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Londonrideshare 94.8 mi
3h 13m
£11–14
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
5h 15m
£13–50
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 11m
£24–65

Calais to London by train and foot

80Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest 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 43m

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 43m.

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