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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Folkestone to Calais

Composite routes from Folkestone to Calais

Cheapest
1 h 16 min
Car
75 km.
from $4

Transport providers

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

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Folkestone Central to London
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.83–$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 Folkestone to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Calais is to car ferry which costs $97.83 - $119.57 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Calais is to car ferry which takes 1h 48m and costs $97.83 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Calais. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Calais?

The distance between Folkestone and Calais is 64 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Calais without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 48m and costs $97.83 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Folkestone to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Calais train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Folkestone to Calais?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Calais is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $92.39 - $271.74 . There are no good options to bus or fly between Folkestone to Calais.

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 19:08 in Folkestone and 20:08 in Calais.

Where does the Folkestone to Calais train arrive?

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

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

Book your Folkestone 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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