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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Bournemouth is to car ferry and bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Bournemouth is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £150 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Bournemouth via Lille Europe, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Calais to Bournemouth?

The distance between Calais and Bournemouth is 340 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Calais to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Bournemouth train from?

Calais to Bournemouth train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Calais Ville station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Bournemouth?

Bournemouth is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 6:24 AM in Calais and 5:24 AM in Bournemouth.

Where does the Calais to Bournemouth train arrive?

Calais to Bournemouth train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Calais to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Bournemouth by train (TGV, Eurostar), car ferry, bus, train, car train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
5h 6m
£129–245
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
8h 33m
£36–110
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
7h 46m
£62–157
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Bournemouthcar
3h 35m
£153–179
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Bournemouthcar
4h 28m
£47–101

Calais to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

2Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 338 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Bournemouth via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 6m.

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