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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Sandwich is to car ferry and line 81 bus which costs £11 - £50 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Sandwich is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £123 - £127.

Is there a direct ferry between Calais and Sandwich?

No, there is no direct ferry from Calais to Sandwich. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Port of Dover via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Sandwich?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Sandwich. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Sandwich via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Calais to Sandwich?

The distance between Calais and Sandwich is 40 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Sandwich without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 49m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Calais to Sandwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Sandwich train from?

Calais to Sandwich 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 Sandwich?

Sandwich is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 9:27 PM in Calais and 8:27 PM in Sandwich.

Where does the Calais to Sandwich train arrive?

Calais to Sandwich 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 Sandwich?

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Calais to Sandwich - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and line 81 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Sandwich by car ferry, bus, train (Eurostar), car train, or car

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Car ferry
best
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
1h 49m
£43–91
Car ferry, line 81 bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Taswell Street to Guildhallbus 81
3h 53m
£11–49
Train
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 St Pancras Intl to Sandwichtrain
6h 2m
£125–230
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Sandwichcar
1h 18m
£123–127

Calais to Sandwich by train

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6h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.4 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover every 3 hours. Tickets cost £8–50 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calais Ville to Sandwich via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 2m.

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