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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Paddington is to car ferry and bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Paddington is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £135 - £145.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Paddington via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe and King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Calais to Paddington?

The distance between Calais and Paddington is 236 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Calais to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Paddington train from?

Calais to Paddington 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 Paddington?

Paddington is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 2:40 AM in Calais and 1:40 AM in Paddington.

Where does the Calais to Paddington train arrive?

Calais to Paddington 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 Paddington?

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

There are 21120+ hotels available in Paddington.

Calais to Paddington - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Paddington by train (Eurostar), car ferry, bus, 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 49m
£93–160
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 1700 / ...
5h 56m
£35–87
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Paddingtoncar
2h 23m
£135–145
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Paddingtoncar
3h 15m
£46–102

Calais to Paddington by train and subway

54Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.9 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Paddington via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross St. Pancras station in around 3h 49m.

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