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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Whitstable is to car ferry and line 15 bus and line 401 bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Whitstable is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £124 - £128.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Whitstable via Lille Europe and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Calais to Whitstable?

The distance between Calais and Whitstable is 51 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Whitstable without a car is to car ferry and taxi which takes 2h 10m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Calais to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Whitstable train from?

Calais to Whitstable 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 Whitstable?

Whitstable is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 8:40 AM in Calais and 7:40 AM in Whitstable.

Where does the Calais to Whitstable train arrive?

Calais to Whitstable 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 Whitstable?

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Calais to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Whitstable by car ferry, taxi, bus, train (Eurostar), car train, or car

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Car ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the taxi from Port of Dover to Whitstabletaxi
2h 10m
£136–212
Car ferry, line 15 bus, line 401 bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Bus Stationbus 15
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beach Walkbus 400 / ...
3h 41m
£32–78
Train
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 Whitstabletrain
5h 38m
£124–220
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Whitstablecar
1h 28m
£124–128

Calais to Whitstable by car ferry, foot, and bus

70Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.1 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Whitstable via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 38m.

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