What is the cheapest way to get from Dover (Station) to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Dover (Station) to Calais is to car ferry which costs €30 - €90 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover (Station) to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Dover (Station) to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 1h 3m and costs €144 - €148.

Is there a direct ferry between Dover (Station) and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Dover and arriving at Calais. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Dover (Station) to Calais?

The distance between Dover (Station) and Calais is 84 km.

How do I travel from Dover (Station) to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Dover (Station) to Calais without a car is to car ferry which takes 2h 5m and costs €30 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Dover (Station) to Calais?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Dover (Station) to Calais, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Dover (Station) and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Dover (Station). It is currently 5:12 AM in Dover (Station) and 6:12 AM in Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1251+ hotels available in Calais.

Dover (Station) to Calais - 2 ways to travel via car, Eurotunnel, and car ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Dover (Station) to Calais by car, car train, or car ferry

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Drive, Eurotunnel
best
1. Drive from Dover (Station) to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
1h 3m
€145–147
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2h 5m
€30–90

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Distance: 83.6 km
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Dover (Station), England and Calais, France?

Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–90 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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