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

The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Calais is to drive and car ferry which costs €29 - €80 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewes to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 14m and costs €155 - €165.

Is there a direct bus between Lewes and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewes to Calais. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Calais via Old Steine, London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Lewes and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Calais. However, there are services departing from Lewes and arriving at Calais Ville via East Croydon, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Lewes to Calais?

The distance between Lewes and Calais is 453 km.

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

The best way to get from Lewes to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €120 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Lewes to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Calais bus from?

Lewes to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Calais train from?

Lewes to Calais train services, operated by Southern, depart from Lewes station.

Train or bus from Lewes to Calais?

The best way to get from Lewes to Calais is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €120 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €75 and takes 9h 53m.

Where does the Lewes to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lewes and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Lewes. It is currently 7:05 PM in Lewes and 8:05 PM in Calais.

Where does the Lewes to Calais train arrive?

Lewes to Calais train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lewes 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 Lewes to East Croydontrain
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 28m
€129–250
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Lewes to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 12m
€29–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lewes to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus N380 / ...
7h 37m
€42–83
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Lewes to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 14m
€155–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700
9h 53m
€33–71

Lewes to Calais by train and foot

96Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

€129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 452.9 km
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Lewes to Calais Ville via East Croydon, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Calais via Old Steine, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 9h 53m.

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