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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to England is to rideshare which costs £11 - £14 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to England is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £130 - £145.

Is there a direct train between Calais and England?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to England. However, there are services departing from Les Fontinettes and arriving at London St Pancras Intl via Calais Frethun and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Calais to England?

The distance between Calais and England is 234 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to England without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Calais to England, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to England train from?

Calais to England 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 England?

England is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 7:36 PM in Calais and 6:36 PM in England.

Where does the Calais to England train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near England?

There are 21344+ hotels available in England.

Can I share a ride from Calais to England?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Calais and England. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3h 59m
£80–151
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Londonrideshare 94.8 mi
3h 13m
£11–14
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 1700 / ...
5h 39m
£28–74
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Londoncar
2h 14m
£134–144
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Londoncar
3h 6m
£38–82

Calais to England by train and bus

54Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Calais, France and England?

You can take a train from Les Fontinettes to Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and St Pancras International Station in around 3h 59m.

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