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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Folkestone is to rideshare which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Folkestone is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 47 min and costs £118 - £119.

Is there a direct ferry between Calais and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct ferry from Calais to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Port of Dover via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Calais to Folkestone?

The distance between Calais and Folkestone is 40 miles.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Calais to Folkestone?

Book your Calais to Folkestone ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Folkestone without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 46m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Calais to Folkestone, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Calais and Folkestone?

Folkestone is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 7:07 PM in Calais and 6:07 PM in Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1207+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Can I share a ride from Calais to Folkestone?

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

Calais to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via car, Eurotunnel, and car ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Folkestone by car, car train, car ferry, rideshare, or bus

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Drive, Eurotunnel
best
1. Drive from Calais to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
47 min
£118–119
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Folkestonerideshare 32 mi
1h 37m
£4–6
Car ferry
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
1h 46m
£71–132
Car ferry via Dover Priory
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2h 4m
£38–91
Car ferry, line 105 bus
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Middelburg Squarebus 105 / ...
2h 51m
£29–75

Calais to Folkestone by car ferry, taxi, and train

70Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–75 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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