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Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode
Major Calais museum in a converted lace factory, covering the city’s lace-making heritage and fashion links with working looms and temporary exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frethun to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a bus costs an average of $2.
Distance: 3 miles (5 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$5 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frethun to Calais:
A train is $0.90 (€0.73) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Frethun to Calais costing on average $5 (€4).
Other travel options to Calais take longer:
Train takes on average 16m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 05:47AM | Arrival Time 06:04AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais | Departure Time 07:11AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 0h14 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 07:32AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 08:14AM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 08:41AM | Arrival Time 08:58AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 08:58AM | Arrival Time 09:11AM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 10:13AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 10:48AM | Arrival Time 11:01AM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 11:08AM | Arrival Time 11:21AM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 11:46AM | Arrival Time 12:03PM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 01:18PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 01:18PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 02:38PM | Arrival Time 02:51PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:07PM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 03:58PM | Arrival Time 04:11PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:13PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 04:22PM | Arrival Time 04:39PM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 05:56PM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 05:57PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 06:08PM | Arrival Time 06:21PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 06:58PM | Arrival Time 07:11PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 07:08PM | Arrival Time 07:21PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Opale Bus | Departure Time 07:28PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 08:09PM | Arrival Time 08:22PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 09:18PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 09:23PM | Arrival Time 09:36PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 10:08PM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 0h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
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Buses from Frethun to Calais run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:47, the last at 22:08. The fastest bus covers the 3 miles (5 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 3 miles (5 km) |
Average bus duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 13m |
First bus 5:47 AM |
Last bus 10:08 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Major Calais museum in a converted lace factory, covering the city’s lace-making heritage and fashion links with working looms and temporary exhibitions.
City fine arts museum with works linked to Rodin, local history, and changing exhibitions near the Town Hall and central park.
Private World War II museum in a German naval bunker, presenting military objects, uniforms, vehicles, and Calais wartime history.
Long sandy seafront popular for walks, sunsets, and contemporary photo spots, with broad views across the Channel on clear days.
Seafront area known for the giant mechanical dragon ride and modern promenade atmosphere, highly popular with families and on social media.
Historic central square in the old town, lined with civic buildings and useful as a base for exploring older Calais on foot.
Mussels cooked with white wine, cream, or shallots and served with fries. A classic Northern French and Channel coast specialty widely eaten in Calais.
A hearty regional dish of toasted bread covered with melted cheddar cheese, beer, and mustard, often topped with ham and egg. Popular across Hauts-de-France.
A traditional Flemish meat terrine made from several white meats set in jelly and usually served cold with fries. It is strongly associated with French Flanders near Calais.
Reliable traditional French restaurant known for regional cuisine and a warm, intimate setting suited to a relaxed meal.
Well-known Calais seafood restaurant with a classic brasserie feel, noted for fish, shellfish, and regional coastal dishes.
Established restaurant in Calais appreciated for refined French cooking, seafood, and a more polished dining atmosphere.
Prices are generally moderate for France. Casual dining is reasonable, while tourist areas and ferry routes can cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Tipping is modest in cafés and taxis, not obligatory.
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Calais, Port - P&O Ferry -> Gare De Calais-Ville, Calais
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