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

The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Calais is to bus which costs €27 - €75 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidenhead to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 36m and costs €35 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Maidenhead and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Maidenhead to Calais. However, there are services departing from Maidenhead and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Maidenhead to Calais?

The distance between Maidenhead and Calais is 417 km.

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

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €60 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Maidenhead to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidenhead to Calais?

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Calais is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €60 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €75 and takes 7h 49m.

What is the time difference between Maidenhead and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Maidenhead. It is currently 4:54 AM in Maidenhead and 5:54 AM in Calais.

Where does the Maidenhead to Calais train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Maidenhead to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
4h 53m
€62–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
7h 49m
€28–71
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 34m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 36m
€36–65

Maidenhead to Calais by train and subway

1Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 416.8 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Maidenhead to Calais Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Calais every 2 hours. Tickets cost €11–19 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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