What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Calais is to bus which costs €18 - €28 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Calais?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 52m and costs €55 - €75.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London station to Calais. However, there are services departing from West Silvertown DLR Station and arriving at Calais Ville via Stratford International, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Calais?

The distance between ExCeL London and Calais is 160 km.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €70 - €350.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Calais?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from ExCeL London to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Calais train from?

ExCeL London to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from ExCeL London to Calais?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Calais is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €70 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €28 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the time difference between ExCeL London and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of ExCeL London. It is currently 7:34 PM in ExCeL London and 8:34 PM in Calais.

Where does the ExCeL London to Calais train arrive?

ExCeL London to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Calais.

ExCeL London to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from ExCeL London to Calais by car, car ferry, train (Eurostar), bus, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
2h 52m
€56–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
6h 29m
€18–28
Train
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
4h 36m
€70–348
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
1h 56m

ExCeL London to Calais by foot and train

5Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.1 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Calais, France?

You can take a vehicle from ExCeL London to Calais Ville via West Silvertown DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Calais every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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