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5 h 41 min
503 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Manchester to Calais

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Cheapest
By car (503 km)
5 h 41 min
503 km.
from $27
Other
Rideshare
5 h 41 min
503 km.
from $6.56
Train
6 h 18 min
393 km.
from $345.85
Train, Bus
9 h 30 min
394 km.
from $233.57
Bus via London
11 h 20 min
394 km.
from $69.41

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:
$22.78–$32.91
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Calais
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28

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:
$22.78–$32.91

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:
$22.78–$49.37

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:
$30.38–$69.62

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:
$34.18–$88.60

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:
$75.95–$164.55

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$101.26–$253.16

Eurotunnel

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

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$62.02

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:
$44.30–$53.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Calais is to bus which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 17m and costs $119.57 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Calais. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Calais. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Manchester to Calais?

The distance between Manchester and Calais is 668 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $130.43 - $423.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Manchester to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Calais bus from?

Manchester to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Calais train from?

Manchester to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Calais?

The best way to get from Manchester to Calais is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $130.43 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 11h 20m. There are no good options to bus between Manchester to Calais.

Where does the Manchester to Calais bus arrive?

Manchester to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais station.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Manchester. It is currently 11:16 in Manchester and 12:16 in Calais.

Where does the Manchester to Calais train arrive?

Manchester to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Book your Manchester to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Calais?

Book your Manchester to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

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