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Brighton to Calais

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2 h 43 min
216 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Brighton to Calais

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Cheapest
By car (216 km)
2 h 43 min
216 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
2 h 43 min
216 km.
from $8.22
Train
5 h 25 min
138 km.
from $216.65
Train, Bus
7 h 43 min
140 km.
from $83.48
Train, bus via London, Train, bus via London
8 h 52 min
140 km.
from $75.72

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Calais
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from London Victoria to Calais
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Lille Europe to Calais
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$42.39

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lille Europe to Calais
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.09–$59.78

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$76.09

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$65.22–$141.30

Eurotunnel

Phone:
+44 (0) 8443 35 35 35
Website:
eurotunnel.com/uk/
Train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Brighton to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

Gatwick Express

Phone:
+44 345 850 1530
Website:
gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
Train from Brighton to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Brighton to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.70–$70.65

Other operators

Irish Ferries

Phone:
+353 818 300 400
Email:
Website:
irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
Other from Port of Dover to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$38.04–$45.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Calais is to train and bus which costs $41.30 - $86.96 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 21m and costs $70.65 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Calais. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Brighton to Calais?

The distance between Brighton and Calais is 459 km.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Brighton to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Calais train from?

Brighton to Calais train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Calais?

The best way to get from Brighton to Calais is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 . There are no good options to bus or fly between Brighton to Calais.

What is the time difference between Brighton and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Brighton. It is currently 22:28 in Brighton and 23:28 in Calais.

Where does the Brighton to Calais train arrive?

Brighton to Calais train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

Book your Brighton to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 915+ hotels available in Calais. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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