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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Calais is to bus which costs €29 - €70 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 43m and costs €100 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Calais via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Calais. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Exeter to Calais?

The distance between Exeter and Calais is 650 km.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Calais without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €120 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Exeter to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Calais bus from?

Exeter to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Calais train from?

Exeter to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Calais?

The best way to get from Exeter to Calais is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €120 - €430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €70 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Exeter to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Exeter and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Exeter. It is currently 10:06 PM in Exeter and 11:06 PM in Calais.

Where does the Exeter to Calais train arrive?

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

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter 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 Exeter St Davids 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
7h 13m
€128–428
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
11h 30m
€30–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
10h 27m
€44–106
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Exeter to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
4h 46m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Exeter to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
5h 43m
€104–145

Exeter to Calais by train, subway, and foot

76Weekly Services

7h 13mAverage Duration

€128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 650.1 km
Duration: 7h 13m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Calais Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 11h 30m.

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