What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Calais Station?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Calais Station is to drive and car ferry which costs €50 - €130 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Calais Station?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Calais Station is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 30m and costs €155 - €170.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Calais Station?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Calais Station. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Brighton to Calais Station?

The distance between Brighton and Calais Station is 171 km.

How do I travel from Brighton to Calais Station without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Calais Station without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs €140 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Calais Station?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Brighton to Calais Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Calais Station train from?

Brighton to Calais Station train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

What is the time difference between Brighton and Calais Station?

Calais Station is 1h ahead of Brighton. It is currently 2:48 PM in Brighton and 3:48 PM in Calais Station.

Where does the Brighton to Calais Station train arrive?

Brighton to Calais Station train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Calais Station?

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Where can I stay near Calais Station?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Calais Station.

Brighton to Calais Station - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Brighton to Calais Station by car, car ferry, train (Eurostar), or car train

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Drive, car ferry
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1. Drive from Brighton to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
4h 6m
€53–123
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
5h 56m
€143–218
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Brighton to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 30m
€158–167

Brighton to Calais Station by train

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5h 56mAverage Duration

€143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.4 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Calais Station, France?

You can take a train from Brighton to Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 5h 56m.

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