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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port is to bus which costs €22 - €50 and takes 10h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 25m and costs €95 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Calais Ferry Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Cousteau via London Victoria, Dover and Terminal Ferry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Calais Ferry Port?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port?

The distance between Cardiff and Calais Ferry Port is 610 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €110 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €110 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Calais Ferry Port?

Calais Ferry Port is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 1:52 PM in Cardiff and 2:52 PM in Calais Ferry Port.

Where does the Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Calais Ferry Port?

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Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, bus, car, car ferry, or car train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
6h 8m
€112–519
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to CalaisN280 / ...
10h 34m
€22–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to CalaisN280 / ...
8h 53m
€68–149
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
5h 25m
€99–137
Bus via Dover
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calais700 / ...
9h 51m
€29–58
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
4h 36m

Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port by train, subway, foot, and bus

177Weekly Services

8h 53mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Calais Ferry Port.

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Distance: 610.4 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Calais Ferry Port, 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, and Lille Europe in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Cousteau via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Dover, Calais, and Terminal Ferry in around 9h 51m.

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