What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port is to car ferry which costs €40 - €100 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 53 min and costs €138 - €140.

Is there a direct ferry between Folkestone and Calais Ferry Port?

No, there is no direct ferry from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port. 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 Folkestone and Calais Ferry Port?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port?

The distance between Folkestone and Calais Ferry Port is 69 km.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 49m and costs €40 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port train from?

Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Calais Ferry Port?

Calais Ferry Port is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 6:00 PM in Folkestone and 7:00 PM in Calais Ferry Port.

Where does the Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port train arrive?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port?

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Where can I stay near Calais Ferry Port?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Calais Ferry Port.

Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port - 3 ways to travel via train, and Eurotunnel

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

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Eurotunnel, drive
best
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Calais Ferry Portcar
53 min
€139–140
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
1h 49m
€43–95
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central 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
4h 52m
€145–263

Folkestone to Calais Ferry Port by train

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.2 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Calais Ferry Port, France?

Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–55 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe in around 4h 52m.

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