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 €35 - €70 and takes 11h 16m.

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 41m 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 and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

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 27m.

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 27m and costs €120 - €480.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m 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 FlixBus, 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 27m and costs €120 - €480. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €30 - €75 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Exeter to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Exeter and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Exeter. It is currently 4:18 AM in Exeter and 5:18 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?

Book your Exeter to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 6 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 Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
6h 27m
€128–480
Bus via Dover
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calais700 / ...
10h 55m
€33–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to CalaisN814 / ...
9h 50m
€34–119
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Exeter to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
4h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals501 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to CalaisN814 / ...
11h 16m
€36–69
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Exeter to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
5h 41m
€105–146

Exeter to Calais by train and subway

5Weekly Services

6h 27mAverage Duration

€128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 655.7 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Calais via London Victoria and Dover in around 10h 55m.

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