What is the cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Calais is to drive and car ferry which costs €40 - €100 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Calais?

The fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 2m and costs €155 - €170.

Is there a direct train between South Benfleet and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from South Benfleet to Calais. However, there are services departing from Benfleet and arriving at Calais Ville via Aldgate station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from South Benfleet to Calais?

The distance between South Benfleet and Calais is 170 km.

How do I travel from South Benfleet to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €100 - €200.

How long does it take to get from South Benfleet to Calais?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from South Benfleet to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Calais train from?

South Benfleet to Calais train services, operated by c2c, depart from Benfleet station.

What is the time difference between South Benfleet and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of South Benfleet. It is currently 3:28 PM in South Benfleet and 4:28 PM in Calais.

Where does the South Benfleet to Calais train arrive?

South Benfleet to Calais train services, operated by c2c, arrive at London Fenchurch Street station.

How do I get a train ticket from South Benfleet to Calais?

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

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

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Drive, car ferry
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1. Drive from South Benfleet to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2h 58m
€45–98
Train
1. Take the train from Benfleet to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
5h 37m
€106–199
Train, bus, car ferry
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
3. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
7h 14m
€47–124
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from South Benfleet to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 2m
€158–168

South Benfleet to Calais by train, foot, and subway

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.5 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between South Benfleet, England and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Benfleet to Calais Ville via London Fenchurch Street, Aldgate station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 5h 37m.

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