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

The cheapest way to get from Sandgate to Calais is to car ferry via Dover Priory which costs €45 - €120 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandgate to Calais is to Eurotunnel which takes 57 min and costs €140 - €143.

Is there a direct ferry between Sandgate and Calais?

No, there is no direct ferry from Sandgate to Calais. However, there are services departing from Port of Dover and arriving at Calais via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Sandgate and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Sandgate to Calais. However, there are services departing from Folkestone and arriving at Calais-Fréthun via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Sandgate to Calais?

The distance between Sandgate and Calais is 72 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Sandgate to Calais?

Book your Sandgate to Calais ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Sandgate to Calais without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 50m and costs €95 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Sandgate to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandgate to Calais train from?

Sandgate to Calais train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone West station.

What is the time difference between Sandgate and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Sandgate. It is currently 11:06 PM in Sandgate and 12:06 AM in Calais.

Where does the Sandgate to Calais train arrive?

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

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

Book your Sandgate to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Calais.

Sandgate to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, Eurotunnel, and car ferry

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

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Eurotunnel
best
1. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
57 min
€140–142
Car ferry via Dover Priory
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2h 52m
€47–113
Car ferry
1. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
1h 50m
€95–167
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 1m
€154–264

Sandgate to Calais by train, taxi, and car ferry

70Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.8 km
Duration: 57 min

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

LeShuttle operates a vehicle from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun hourly. Tickets cost €138 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–90 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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