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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Calais is to bus which costs €27 - €40 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 38m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Calais via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Calais. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Luton to Calais?

The distance between Luton and Calais is 416 km.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €65 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Luton to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Calais bus from?

Luton to Calais bus services, operated by Green Line, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Luton to Calais?

The best way to get from Luton to Calais is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €65 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Luton to Calais bus arrive?

Luton to Calais bus services, operated by Green Line, arrive at Green Line Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Luton and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Luton. It is currently 4:55 AM in Luton and 5:55 AM in Calais.

Where does the Luton to Calais train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Luton to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 4 ways to get from Luton to Calais by train (Eurostar), 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 Luton 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 23m
€65–313
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
8h 30m
€27–39
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Luton to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 37m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Luton to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 38m
€60–91

Luton to Calais by train and foot

76Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 416.3 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Calais via Green Line Coach Station and London Victoria in around 8h 30m.

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