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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Calais is to bus which costs €24 - €55 and takes 10h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 27m and costs €95 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Calais. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Calais via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Calais. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Calais?

The distance between Cardiff and Calais is 605 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs €110 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Cardiff to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Calais bus from?

Cardiff to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Calais train from?

Cardiff to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Calais?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Calais is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs €110 - €430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €55 and takes 10h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Calais bus arrive?

Cardiff to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 1:17 AM in Cardiff and 2:17 AM in Calais.

Where does the Cardiff to Calais train arrive?

Cardiff to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Calais by train (Eurostar), train, bus, car, car train, 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 Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 55m
€111–425
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
10h 27m
€25–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
9h 13m
€71–138
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
4h 30m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
5h 27m
€99–138

Cardiff to Calais by train, subway, and foot

76Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

€111Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Calais.

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Distance: 604.8 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Calais Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h 27m.

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