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 28m.

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 32m 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 and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Central London to Calais?

The distance between Central London and Calais is 386 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 train which takes 4h 45m and costs €110 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m 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 Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

What is the time difference between Central London and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Central London. It is currently 11:22 PM in Central London and 12:22 AM in Calais.

Where does the Central London to Calais train arrive?

Central London to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Calais.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
4h 45m
€119–197
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 32m
€161–172
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Central London to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 28m
€55–126

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Distance: 385.5 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a subway from Northfields station to Calais Ville via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 45m.

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