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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Poole is to car ferry and bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Poole is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £150 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Poole. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Poole via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Calais to Poole?

The distance between Calais and Poole is 350 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Poole without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Calais to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Poole train from?

Calais to Poole 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 Poole?

Poole is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 5:50 PM in Calais and 4:50 PM in Poole.

Where does the Calais to Poole train arrive?

Calais to Poole 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 Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Poole.

Calais to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and Eurotunnel

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Poole by train (Eurostar), car ferry, bus, train, 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
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain
6h 29m
£125–245
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
9h 25m
£49–122
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain
8h 6m
£74–169
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Poolecar
3h 46m
£158–179
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Poolecar
4h 40m
£59–119

Calais to Poole by train, foot, and subway

54Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.9 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Poole via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 29m.

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