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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Calais is to bus which costs €30 - €80 and takes 11h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 54m and costs €100 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Calais via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Calais. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Calais?

The distance between Wakefield and Calais is 650 km.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs €80 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Wakefield to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Calais bus from?

Wakefield to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Calais train from?

Wakefield to Calais train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Calais?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Calais is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs €80 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €30 - €80 and takes 11h 55m.

Where does the Wakefield to Calais bus arrive?

Wakefield to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Wakefield and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Wakefield. It is currently 2:42 PM in Wakefield and 3:42 PM in Calais.

Where does the Wakefield to Calais train arrive?

Wakefield to Calais train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 6 ways to get from Wakefield 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 Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 46m
€81–399
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoriabus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
11h 57m
€32–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
9h 2m
€41–115
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Wakefield to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
4h 58m
Bus via Dover
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 561 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
11h 55m
€33–79
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Wakefield to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
5h 54m
€107–149

Wakefield to Calais by train and foot

76Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wakefield to Calais.

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Distance: 650.1 km
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Calais Ville via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Calais via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 11h 55m.

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