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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Wales is to car ferry and bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Wales is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £160 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Wales. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Cardiff Central via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Calais to Wales?

The distance between Calais and Wales is 381 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Wales without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £140 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Calais to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Wales train from?

Calais to Wales 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 Wales?

Wales is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 11:49 AM in Calais and 10:49 AM in Wales.

Where does the Calais to Wales train arrive?

Calais to Wales 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 Wales?

Book your Calais to Wales train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1724+ hotels available in Wales.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Wales 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 Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 12m
£140–266
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 Kingsway GRbus 507 / ...
9h 38m
£56–142
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 Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 5m
£89–196
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Cardiffcar
4h 31m
£168–199
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Cardiffcar
5h 25m
£74–134

Calais to Wales by train and subway

54Weekly Services

6h 12mAverage Duration

£140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 379.3 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Wales?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Cardiff Central via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 6h 12m.

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