What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Calais is to drive and car ferry which costs €55 - €130 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 31m and costs €160 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Central London to Calais?

The distance between Central London and Calais is 391 km.

How do I travel from Central London to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Calais without a car is to subway and train which takes 5h 11m and costs €110 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Calais?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Central London to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Calais train from?

Central London to Calais train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Northfields station.

What is the time difference between Central London and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Central London. It is currently 3:50 AM in Central London and 4:50 AM in Calais.

Where does the Central London to Calais train arrive?

Central London to Calais train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1264+ hotels available in Calais.

Central London to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Central London to Calais by subway, train, bus, car ferry, car, or car train

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
5h 11m
€115–190
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 1700 / ...
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
6h 45m
€42–168
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Central London to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 31m
€160–171
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Central London to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 27m
€55–126

Central London to Calais by subway and train

60Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

€115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 391.1 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Calais, France?

There is no direct connection from Central London to Calais. However, you can take the subway to King's Cross St. Pancras station, walk to London St Pancras Intl, take the train to Lille Europe, take the train to Calais Frethun, then take the train to Calais Ville. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Ealing Road to Calais via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Dover, and Port of Dover in around 6h 45m.

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