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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Calais is to bus which costs €30 - €100 and takes 12h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 22m and costs €110 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Calais. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Calais via Warrington Interchange, London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 48m.

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 Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Runcorn to Calais?

The distance between Runcorn and Calais is 658 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 7h and costs €100 - €750.

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

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

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Calais bus from?

Runcorn to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Warrington Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Calais?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Calais is to train which takes 7h and costs €100 - €750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €100 and takes 12h 48m.

Where does the Runcorn to Calais bus arrive?

Runcorn to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Runcorn and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Runcorn. It is currently 9:29 PM in Runcorn and 10:29 PM 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?

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

There are 6 ways to get from Runcorn to Calais by train (Eurostar), 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 Runcorn to London Eustontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h
€103–747
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warrington Interchange to London Victoriabus
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
12h 48m
€34–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to London Eustontrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
9h 4m
€63–463
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Runcorn to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
5h 26m
Train, bus 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 Calaisbus 700 / ...
12h 15m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Runcorn to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
6h 22m
€113–157

Runcorn to Calais by train and foot

76Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

€103Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Runcorn to Calais.

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Distance: 657.8 km
Duration: 7h

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, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Calais via Warrington Interchange, London Victoria, and Dover in around 12h 48m.

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