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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Southampton is to car ferry and bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Southampton is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £140 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Southampton Central via Lille Europe, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Calais to Southampton?

The distance between Calais and Southampton is 311 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Calais to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Southampton train from?

Calais to Southampton train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Calais Ville station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Southampton?

Southampton is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 7:53 PM in Calais and 6:53 PM in Southampton.

Where does the Calais to Southampton train arrive?

Calais to Southampton train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.

How do I get a train ticket from Calais to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2007+ hotels available in Southampton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
4h 32m
£114–217
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 Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
8h 27m
£32–99
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 Clapham Junction to Southampton Centraltrain
7h 22m
£47–150
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Southamptoncar
3h 12m
£148–169
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Southamptoncar
4h 6m
£43–101

Calais to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

2Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

£114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 309.4 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Southampton Central via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 32m.

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