What is the cheapest way to get from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone is to car ferry which costs £11 - £60 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone is to Eurotunnel which takes 35 min and costs £117.

Is there a direct ferry between Gare de Calais-Fréthun and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct ferry from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Port of Dover via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Gare de Calais-Fréthun and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Calais-Fréthun and arriving at Folkestone. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone?

The distance between Gare de Calais-Fréthun and Folkestone is 35 miles.

How do I travel from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone without a car is to Eurotunnel which takes 35 min and costs £117.

How long does it take to get from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone?

The Eurotunnel from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone train from?

Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Frethun station.

What is the time difference between Gare de Calais-Fréthun and Folkestone?

Folkestone is 1h behind Gare de Calais-Fréthun. It is currently 8:57 AM in Gare de Calais-Fréthun and 7:57 AM in Folkestone.

Where does the Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone train arrive?

Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

How do I get a train ticket from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train

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There are 3 ways to get from Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone by car train, car ferry, or train (TGV, Eurostar)

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Eurotunnel
best
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
35 min
£117
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2h 7m
£12–57
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 3m
£114–218

Gare de Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 34.6 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Gare de Calais-Fréthun, France and Folkestone, England?

LeShuttle operates a vehicle from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone hourly. Tickets cost £117 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover every 3 hours. Tickets cost £8–50 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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