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 and car ferry which costs €50 - €160 and takes 11h 2m.

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 - €150.

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 9m.

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 9m and costs €140 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Port Talbot to Calais, including transfers.

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.

What is the time difference between Port Talbot and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Port Talbot. It is currently 1:04 AM in Port Talbot and 2:04 AM 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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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Port Talbot to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, bus, car ferry, car, or car train

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 9m
€140–348
Bus, car ferry
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 car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
11h 2m
€51–157
Train, bus, car ferry
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
8h 49m
€106–236
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
€77–148

Port Talbot to Calais by train and subway

1Weekly Services

7h 9mAverage Duration

€140Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Port Talbot to Calais.

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Distance: 662.2 km
Duration: 7h 9m

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 9m.

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