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 - €26 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 - €26.

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 four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

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 Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from London to Calais?

The distance between London and Calais is 368 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 49m and costs €80 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m 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 49m and costs €80 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €27 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the London to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between London and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of London. It is currently 8:56 PM in London and 9:56 PM 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 bus ticket from London to Calais?

Book your London to Calais bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 883+ hotels available in Calais. Prices start at €16 per night.

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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from London to Calais by train, 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.

1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais VilleTer
best
Train
3h 49m
€83–171
1. Take the rideshare from London to Calais152.6 km
cheapest
Rideshare
2h 54m
€8–26
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
Bus
5h 45m
€18–27
1. Drive from London to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
Drive, Eurotunnel
2h 7m
1. Drive from London to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
Drive, car ferry
3h 5m
€59–80

London to Calais by train and foot

53Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

€83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 368 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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 and Lille Flandres in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Calais every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 5h 45m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 6 times a week.

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