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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Calais is to drive and car ferry which costs €35 - €95 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 40m and costs €35 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Calais. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Reading to Calais?

The distance between Reading and Calais is 435 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Reading to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Calais train from?

Reading to Calais train services, operated by First Great Western, depart from Reading station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 2:44 PM in Reading and 3:44 PM in Calais.

Where does the Reading to Calais train arrive?

Reading to Calais train services, operated by First Great Western, arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 343+ hotels available in Calais.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Calais by 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 Reading 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
5h 9m
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 40m
€39–93
Train, bus, car ferry
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
7h 11m
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
8h 4m
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 37m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Calais.

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Distance: 435.5 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Calais Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 5h 9m.

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