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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Calais is to bus and car ferry which costs €35 - €110 and takes 12h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Calais is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs €120 - €310.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Calais. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Calais?

The distance between Runcorn and Calais is 663 km.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs €120 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Runcorn to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Calais train from?

Runcorn to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.

What is the time difference between Runcorn and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Runcorn. It is currently 11:17 PM in Runcorn and 12:17 AM in Calais.

Where does the Runcorn to Calais train arrive?

Runcorn to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 344+ hotels available in Calais.

Runcorn to Calais - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Runcorn 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 Runcorn to London Eustontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
6h 22m
€125–305
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warrington Interchange to London Victoriabus
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
12h 27m
€38–103
Train, bus, car ferry
1. Take the train from Runcorn to London Eustontrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
7h 54m
€93–192
Train, bus, car ferry via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 400 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
4. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
11h 24m
€70–195
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Runcorn to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
5h 26m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Runcorn to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
6h 27m
€83–156

Runcorn to Calais by train and foot

1Weekly Services

6h 22mAverage Duration

€125Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Runcorn to Calais.

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Distance: 663.3 km
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Calais Ville via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 6h 22m.

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