What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais is to drive and car ferry which costs €80 - €160 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 4h 54m and costs €200 - €240.

Is there a direct train between Brecon Beacons and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon Beacons to Calais. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Calais Ville via Cardiff Central, Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Brecon Beacons to Calais?

The distance between Brecon Beacons and Calais is 667 km.

How do I travel from Brecon Beacons to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais without a car is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs €220 - €400.

How long does it take to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais?

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon Beacons to Calais train from?

Brecon Beacons to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

What is the time difference between Brecon Beacons and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Brecon Beacons. It is currently 9:02 PM in Brecon Beacons and 10:02 PM in Calais.

Where does the Brecon Beacons to Calais train arrive?

Brecon Beacons to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 240+ hotels available in Calais.

Brecon Beacons to Calais - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and Eurotunnel

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There are 3 ways to get from Brecon Beacons to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), car, car train, or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
7h 48m
€220–395
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon Beacons to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
5h 51m
€81–158
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Brecon Beacons to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
4h 54m
€206–237

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Distance: 666.6 km
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Brecon Beacons, Wales and Calais, France?

You can take a vehicle from Brecon Beacons to Calais Ville via Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 7h 48m.

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