What is the cheapest way to get from Calais to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Central London is to car ferry and drive which costs £45 - £110 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Calais to Central London is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £130 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Central London station. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at South Ealing station via Lille Europe and King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Calais to Central London?

The distance between Calais and Central London is 241 miles.

How do I travel from Calais to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from Calais to Central London without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £100 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Calais to Central London?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Calais to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Central London train from?

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

What is the time difference between Calais and Central London?

Central London is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 2:19 AM in Calais and 1:19 AM in Central London.

Where does the Calais to Central London train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 21199+ hotels available in Central London.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
4h 2m
£101–171
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 1700 / ...
6h 35m
£35–142
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Central Londoncar
2h 33m
£136–147
Train, bus
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 bus from Trafalgar Square to Goat Wharfbus N9
5h 4m
£98–179
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Central Londoncar
3h 25m
£47–108

Calais to Central London by train, foot, and subway

124Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

£101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.3 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Central London, England?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to South Ealing station via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross St. Pancras station in around 4h 2m.

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