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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Calais is to bus via Dover which costs €30 - €60 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 10m and costs €110 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Calais. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Calais via London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Calais. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Chester to Calais?

The distance between Chester and Calais is 661 km.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs €120 - €750.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Chester to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Calais bus from?

Chester to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Calais train from?

Chester to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Calais?

The best way to get from Chester to Calais is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs €120 - €750. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Chester to Calais bus arrive?

Chester to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Chester and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Chester. It is currently 11:50 PM in Chester and 12:50 AM in Calais.

Where does the Chester to Calais train arrive?

Chester to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Book your Chester to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Calais?

Book your Chester to Calais bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1028+ hotels available in Calais.

Chester to Calais - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 6 ways to get from Chester 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 Chester to London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
6h 15m
€127–705
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria830
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
12h 27m
€33–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
8h 28m
€80–420
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Chester to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
5h 14m
Bus via Dover
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calais700 / ...
11h 5m
€34–57
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Chester to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
6h 10m
€112–156

Chester to Calais by train and foot

5Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

€127Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 661.1 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Calais Ville via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Calais via London Victoria and Dover in around 11h 5m.

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