The average train between Lincoln and Calais takes 12h 18m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln to Calais. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Lincoln and Calais. The earliest departure is at 9:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Calais at 3:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 12h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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16h 41m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Lincoln to Calais? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Calais. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Calais station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.
Lincoln to Calais train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Newark North Gate station.
Lincoln to Calais train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Calais Frethun station.
Book your Lincoln to Calais train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lincoln and Calais is 301.2 km. The road distance is 593 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Calais Ville via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 6h 30m.