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Gatwick, Great Britain → Calais, France

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gatwick to Calais

Composite routes from Gatwick to Calais

Cheapest
2 h 18 min
Car
179 km.
from $9

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 Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Bus from London Victoria to Dover
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52
Bus from Dover to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

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

Oxford Bus Company

Phone:
+44 1865 785400
Email:
Website:
oxfordbus.co.uk/
Bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.62

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 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$164.55

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 Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Gatwick Express

Phone:
+44 345 850 1530
Website:
gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

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 Gatwick to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Calais is to train and bus which costs $34.78 - $65.22 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 55m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Calais. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Calais via London Heathrow Airport, London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Calais?

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

How far is it from Gatwick to Calais?

The distance between Gatwick and Calais is 173 km.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $65.22 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Gatwick to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Calais bus from?

Gatwick to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Calais?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Calais is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $65.22 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $76.09 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Gatwick to Calais bus arrive?

Gatwick to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

What is the time difference between Gatwick and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Gatwick. It is currently 03:59 in Gatwick and 04:59 in Calais.

Where does the Gatwick to Calais train arrive?

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

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

Book your Gatwick 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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