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

The cheapest way to get from Chartres to Calais is to bus which costs €40 - €60 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chartres to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Chartres and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Chartres to Calais. However, there are services departing from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole and arriving at Calais via Montparnasse - Alencon and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chartres and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Chartres to Calais. However, there are services departing from Chartres and arriving at Calais Ville via Montparnasse Bienvenue, Paris Nord and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Chartres to Calais?

The distance between Chartres and Calais is 420 km. The road distance is 342.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chartres to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs €70 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Chartres to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chartres to Calais bus from?

Chartres to Calais bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole station.

Where do I catch the Chartres to Calais train from?

Chartres to Calais train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chartres station.

Train or bus from Chartres to Calais?

The best way to get from Chartres to Calais is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Chartres to Calais bus arrive?

Chartres to Calais bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group station.

Where does the Chartres to Calais train arrive?

Chartres to Calais train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris Gare Montparnasse station.

Can I drive from Chartres to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Chartres to Calais is 342 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Chartres to Calais.

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

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Chartres to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chartres to Calais by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Lille Flandrestrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 51m
€70–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole to Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Groupbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Calaisbus 700 / ...
7h 50m
€41–59
Drive 342.3 km
1. Drive from Chartres to Calaiscar 342.3 km
3h 34m
€53–77
Train via Amiens
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Amienstrain Ter
3. Take the train from Amiens to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 57m
€71–135

Chartres to Calais by train, foot, and subway

79Weekly Services

5h 51mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 419.7 km
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Chartres to Calais Ville via Paris Gare Montparnasse, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare du Nord, Paris Nord, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole to Calais via Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group, Montparnasse - Alencon, Quai de la Gare, and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 7h 50m.

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