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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Calais is to bus which costs €26 - €50 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 4m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Calais. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Calais Ville via Liverpool Street station, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Calais?

The distance between Rayleigh and Calais is 173 km.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs €75 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Rayleigh to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Calais train from?

Rayleigh to Calais train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Calais?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Calais is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs €75 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €50 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the time difference between Rayleigh and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Rayleigh. It is currently 5:38 AM in Rayleigh and 6:38 AM in Calais.

Where does the Rayleigh to Calais train arrive?

Rayleigh to Calais train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rayleigh to Calais by car, car ferry, train (Eurostar), train, bus, 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.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 4m
€51–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
8h 54m
€26–49
Train
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to London Liverpool Streettrain
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 41m
€75–343
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to London Liverpool Streettrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
8h
€33–75
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 3m

Rayleigh to Calais by train, subway, and foot

76Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.5 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Calais Ville via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Calais every 2 hours. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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