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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Calais is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 7m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Calais via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Calais. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Calais?

The distance between Cheltenham and Calais is 566 km.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs €90 - €490.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Cheltenham to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Calais bus from?

Cheltenham to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Calais?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Calais is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs €90 - €490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 10h.

Where does the Cheltenham to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cheltenham and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Cheltenham. It is currently 1:23 AM in Cheltenham and 2:23 AM in Calais.

Where does the Cheltenham to Calais train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Calais by train (Eurostar), 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 Cheltenham Spa 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 58m
€93–484
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
10h
€39–55
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
4h 10m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
5h 7m
€84–115

Cheltenham to Calais by train, subway, and foot

76Weekly Services

6h 58mAverage Duration

€93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 565.5 km
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa 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 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h.

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