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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Calais is to line 022 bus and bus which costs €30 - €85 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 34m and costs €50 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Gravesend and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Gravesend to Calais. However, there are services departing from Garrick Street and arriving at Calais via Bus Station, London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Gravesend and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to Calais. However, there are services departing from Gravesend and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Gravesend to Calais?

The distance between Gravesend and Calais is 131 km.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €70 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Gravesend to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Calais bus from?

Gravesend to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Gravesend to Calais?

The best way to get from Gravesend to Calais is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €70 - €350. Alternatively, you can line 022 bus and bus, which costs €30 - €85 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Gravesend to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Gravesend and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Gravesend. It is currently 4:25 PM in Gravesend and 5:25 PM in Calais.

Where does the Gravesend to Calais train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Gravesend to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Gravesend to Calais by car, car ferry, train (Eurostar), train, 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 Gravesend to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2h 34m
€50–67
Line 022 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
8h 46m
€30–84
Train
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 11m
€70–344
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gravesend to London Victoriatrain Gravesend - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
7h 56m
€31–62
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Gravesend to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
1h 38m

Gravesend to Calais by train and foot

76Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Gravesend to Calais.

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Distance: 131.1 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Gravesend to Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garrick Street to Calais via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 8h 46m.

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