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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Calais is to bus which costs €35 - €90 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 49m and costs €90 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Calais. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Calais via B'ham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Solihull to Calais?

The distance between Solihull and Calais is 325 km.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Calais without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 51m and costs €40 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Solihull to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Calais bus from?

Solihull to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Solihull to Calais bus arrive?

Solihull to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Solihull and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Solihull. It is currently 12:48 PM in Solihull and 1:48 PM in Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 32+ hotels available in Calais.

Solihull to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Solihull to Calais by 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to London MaryleboneBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
7h 51m
€41–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Station210 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
9h 32m
€39–88
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Solihull to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
3h 52m
Train, bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Bletchley
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Green Line Coach Station757
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
11h 24m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Solihull to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
4h 49m
€90–124

Solihull to Calais by train, foot, and bus

178Weekly Services

7h 51mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 325.1 km
Duration: 7h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Calais via B'ham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and London Victoria in around 9h 32m.

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