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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Calais is to bus and car ferry which costs €40 - €110 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 20m and costs €150 - €170.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Calais. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Paddington to Calais?

The distance between Paddington and Calais is 378 km.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €110 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Paddington to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Calais train from?

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

What is the time difference between Paddington and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Paddington. It is currently 5:54 AM in Paddington and 6:54 AM in Calais.

Where does the Paddington to Calais train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1262+ hotels available in Calais.

Paddington to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Paddington 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 Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
4h 45m
€110–185
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 1700 / ...
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
6h 19m
€41–107
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Paddington to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 20m
€158–168
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Paddington to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 16m
€54–124

Paddington to Calais by subway and train

60Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

€110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 378 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a subway from Paddington to Calais Ville via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 4h 45m.

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