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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Calais is to line 025 bus and bus and car ferry which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 45m and costs €160 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Calais. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Calais Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Gare Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Calais?

The distance between Heathrow and Calais is 396 km.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €100 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Heathrow to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Calais train from?

Heathrow to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

What is the time difference between Heathrow and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Heathrow. It is currently 6:29 PM in Heathrow and 7:29 PM in Calais.

Where does the Heathrow to Calais train arrive?

Heathrow to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Heathrow to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, line 025 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow to Calais by train (Eurostar), bus, car ferry, car, or car train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 13m
€106–210
Line 025 bus, bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
3. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
7h 5m
€35–89
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Heathrow to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 45m
€162–173
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Heathrow to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 40m
€49–104

Heathrow to Calais by train, subway, and tram

50Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

€106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 395.7 km
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Calais Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 13m.

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