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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Luton is to car ferry and bus which costs £18 - £70 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Luton is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £30 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Luton. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Luton via Lille Europe and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Calais to Luton?

The distance between Calais and Luton is 260 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Luton without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Calais to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Luton train from?

Calais to Luton 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 Luton?

Luton is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 12:12 AM in Calais and 11:12 PM in Luton.

Where does the Calais to Luton train arrive?

Calais to Luton 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 Luton?

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Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 586+ hotels available in Luton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Luton by train (Eurostar), car ferry, bus, 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
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lutontrain
4h 27m
£104–191
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Airport Bus Stationbus A1 / ...
6h 47m
£19–67
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Lutoncar
2h 39m
Car ferry, bus via Luton Station Interchange
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 757
6h 59m
£23–66
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Lutoncar
3h 35m
£34–83

Calais to Luton by train and foot

57Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£104Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 258.6 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Luton via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 27m.

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