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

The cheapest way to get from London to Calais is to rideshare which costs €8 - €25 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Calais is to rideshare which takes 2h 54m and costs €8 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between London and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Calais. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between London and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from London to Calais. However, there are services departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Calais Ville via Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from London to Calais?

The distance between London and Calais is 374 km.

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

The best way to get from London to Calais without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €65 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from London to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Calais bus from?

London to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from London to Calais?

The best way to get from London to Calais is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €65 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €18 - €26 and takes 5h.

Where does the London to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between London and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of London. It is currently 3:11 AM in London and 4:11 AM in Calais.

Where does the London to Calais train arrive?

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

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

Book your London to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from London to Calais?

Book your London to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1095+ hotels available in Calais.

Can I share a ride from London to Calais?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London and Calais. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London to Calais - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from London to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, rideshare, 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 London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
3h 5m
€67–324
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Calaisrideshare 152.6 km
2h 54m
€8–25
Bus via Dover
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
5h
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
5h 30m
€14–20
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from London to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 10m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from London to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 7m
€57–77

London to Calais by train

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from London to Calais.

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Distance: 373.6 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from London St Pancras Intl to Calais Ville via Lille Europe in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Calais via Dover in around 5h.

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