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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Calais is to bus via Dover which costs €30 - €60 and takes 12h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 40m and costs €100 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Calais. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Calais via Leeds City Bus Station, London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Calais. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Calais Ville via Wakefield Westgate, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Calais?

The distance between Pontefract and Calais is 670 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs €100 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Pontefract to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Calais bus from?

Pontefract to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Calais train from?

Pontefract to Calais train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Calais?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Calais is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs €100 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Pontefract to Calais bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Pontefract and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Pontefract. It is currently 3:56 AM in Pontefract and 4:56 AM in Calais.

Where does the Pontefract to Calais train arrive?

Pontefract to Calais train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Pontefract to Calais - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 6 ways to get from Pontefract 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 Wakefield Westgate to King's Cross
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
6h 44m
€102–540
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals561 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
12h 32m
€29–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's CrossLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
9h 12m
€53–227
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Pontefract to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
4h 44m
Bus via Dover
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calais700 / ...
12h 13m
€32–56
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Pontefract to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
5h 40m
€105–146

Pontefract to Calais by train

5Weekly Trains

6h 44mAverage Duration

€102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 670 km
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Calais Ville via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Calais via Leeds City Bus Station, London Victoria, and Dover in around 12h 13m.

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