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 €45 - €110 and takes 11h 10m.

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 48m and costs €70 - €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 10m.

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 Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Exeter to Calais?

The distance between Exeter and Calais is 656 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 6h 33m and costs €130 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m 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 6h 33m and costs €130 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €110 and takes 11h 10m.

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 6:05 AM in Exeter and 7:05 AM 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Calais?

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Where can I stay near 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, TGV), 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 Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
6h 33m
€139–344
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 10m
€49–110
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 11m
€91–198
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 48m
€74–144

Exeter to Calais by train and subway

1Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

€139Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Calais.

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Distance: 655.7 km
Duration: 6h 33m

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, and Lille Europe in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 11h 10m.

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