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

The cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Calais is to bus via London which costs €28 - €45 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunstable to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 37m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Dunstable and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunstable to Calais. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Calais via London Luton Airport Bus Station Bay K and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Dunstable and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Calais. However, there are services departing from Leagrave and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Dunstable to Calais?

The distance between Dunstable and Calais is 426 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunstable to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €70 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Dunstable to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Calais bus from?

Dunstable to Calais bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from London Luton Airport Bus Station Bay K.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Calais train from?

Dunstable to Calais train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.

Train or bus from Dunstable to Calais?

The best way to get from Dunstable to Calais is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €70 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €50 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Dunstable to Calais bus arrive?

Dunstable to Calais bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Dunstable and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Dunstable. It is currently 10:02 PM in Dunstable and 11:02 PM in Calais.

Where does the Dunstable to Calais train arrive?

Dunstable to Calais train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dunstable 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 Leagrave to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
4h 43m
€72–375
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Luton Airport Bus Station Bay K to London VictoriaGreenline 757
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
7h 42m
€20–47
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunstable to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2h 41m
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Green Line Coach Station757
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
7h 44m
€28–42
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dunstable to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3h 37m
€68–93

Dunstable to Calais by train

5Weekly Trains

4h 43mAverage Duration

€72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.8 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Leagrave to Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Calais via London Luton Airport Bus Station Bay K and London Victoria in around 7h 42m.

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