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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Calais is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Calais. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Calais via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Calais. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Calais?

The distance between Gatwick and Calais is 173 km.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €75 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Gatwick to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Calais bus from?

Gatwick to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Calais train from?

Gatwick to Calais train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Calais?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Calais is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €75 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Gatwick to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Gatwick and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Gatwick. It is currently 10:54 AM in Gatwick and 11:54 AM in Calais.

Where does the Gatwick to Calais train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick 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 Gatwick to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h
€51–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
8h 50m
€35–49
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 31m
€75–319
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Gatwick to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
1h 58m

Gatwick to Calais by train and foot

76Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.2 km
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 50m.

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