What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Calais is to bus which costs €45 - €120 and takes 11h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 55m and costs €75 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Calais via Sophia Gardens, London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Calais. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Calais?

The distance between Port Talbot and Calais is 662 km.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Calais without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs €140 - €340.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Calais?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Port Talbot to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Calais bus from?

Port Talbot to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Calais train from?

Port Talbot to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Calais?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Calais is to train which takes 7h and costs €140 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €120 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Calais bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

What is the time difference between Port Talbot and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Port Talbot. It is currently 5:46 PM in Port Talbot and 6:46 PM in Calais.

Where does the Port Talbot to Calais train arrive?

Port Talbot to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Calais?

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Port Talbot to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Port Talbot to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 Port Talbot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
7h
€141–340
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 509 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
4. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
11h 13m
€48–117
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
9h 31m
€105–197
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
4h 53m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
5h 55m
€78–125

Port Talbot to Calais by train and subway

1Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

€141Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Port Talbot to Calais.

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Distance: 662.2 km
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Calais Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Calais via Sophia Gardens, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 11h 13m.

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