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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Canterbury is to car ferry and line 15 bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Canterbury is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £122 - £126.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Canterbury West via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Calais to Canterbury?

The distance between Calais and Canterbury is 44 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Canterbury without a car is to car ferry and taxi which takes 1h 54m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Calais to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Canterbury train from?

Calais to Canterbury train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Frethun station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Canterbury?

Canterbury is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 2:07 PM in Calais and 1:07 PM in Canterbury.

Where does the Calais to Canterbury train arrive?

Calais to Canterbury train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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Calais to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Canterbury by car ferry, taxi, train (Eurostar), car train, car, or bus

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Car ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the taxi from Port of Dover to Canterburytaxi
1h 54m
£106–174
Car ferry, line 15 bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Bus Stationbus 15
2h 53m
£29–77
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury Westtrain
5h 13m
£126–223
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Canterburycar
1h 12m
£122–126

Calais to Canterbury by train

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5h 13mAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Canterbury West via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 13m.

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