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

The cheapest way to get from Deal to Calais is to car ferry which costs €40 - €90 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Deal to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 1h 16m and costs €143 - €148.

Is there a direct ferry between Deal and Calais?

No, there is no direct ferry from Deal to Calais. However, there are services departing from Port of Dover and arriving at Calais via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Deal and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Deal to Calais. However, there are services departing from Deal and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Deal to Calais?

The distance between Deal and Calais is 57 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Deal to Calais?

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

The best way to get from Deal to Calais without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 49m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Deal to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Deal to Calais train from?

Deal to Calais train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.

What is the time difference between Deal and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Deal. It is currently 7:39 AM in Deal and 8:39 AM in Calais.

Where does the Deal to Calais train arrive?

Deal to Calais train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

Book your Deal to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1308+ hotels available in Calais.

Deal to Calais - 3 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and Eurotunnel

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There are 3 ways to get from Deal to Calais by car ferry, train (Eurostar, TGV), car, or car train

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Car ferry
best
1. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
1h 49m
€40–88
Train
1. Take the train from Deal to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
5h 18m
€149–265
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Deal to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
1h 16m
€144–147

Deal to Calais by train

12Weekly Trains

5h 18mAverage Duration

€149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.7 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–50 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Deal to Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe in around 5h 18m.

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