What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Station?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Station is to car ferry which costs €40 - €100 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Station?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Calais Station is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 45 min and costs €137 - €139.

Is there a direct ferry between Folkestone and Calais Station?

No, there is no direct ferry from Folkestone to Calais Station. However, there are services departing from Port of Dover and arriving at Calais via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Calais Station?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Calais Station. 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 Station?

The distance between Folkestone and Calais Station is 64 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Calais Station without a car is to car ferry which takes 2h 27m and costs €40 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Calais Station?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Folkestone to Calais Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Calais Station train from?

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

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Calais Station?

Calais Station is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 4:24 AM in Folkestone and 5:24 AM in Calais Station.

Where does the Folkestone to Calais Station train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Calais Station?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Calais Station.

Folkestone to Calais Station - 3 ways to travel via train, Eurotunnel, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Folkestone to Calais Station 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 Stationcar
45 min
€138–139
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2h 27m
€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 Station by train

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.3 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Calais Station, 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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