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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Calais is to drive and car ferry which costs €45 - €100 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 6m and costs €150 - €170.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Calais. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Calais Ville via Liverpool Street station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Calais?

The distance between Chelmsford and Calais is 425 km.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs €100 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Chelmsford to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Calais train from?

Chelmsford to Calais train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

What is the time difference between Chelmsford and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Chelmsford. It is currently 8:57 PM in Chelmsford and 9:57 PM in Calais.

Where does the Chelmsford to Calais train arrive?

Chelmsford to Calais train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1294+ hotels available in Calais.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
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 22m
€109–203
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 2m
€47–100
Train, bus, car ferry
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
3. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
7h 37m
€48–113
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 6m
€159–169

Chelmsford to Calais by train and subway

60Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

€109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 424.6 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Calais Ville via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 5h 22m.

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