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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Calais

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$586

Average price

$652

Fastest journey

2 h 9 m

Average duration

3 h 7 m

Trains per day

Distance

151 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Calais will cost around $652 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $586.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London to Calais without transferring at least once.

9110+

844823

07:04AM7h25

London St Pancras International (STP)

03:29PMCalais Ville

$5861One-way

1 transfer

9110+

844821

07:04AM5h25

London St Pancras International (STP)

01:29PMCalais Ville

$6081One-way

1 transfer

9110+

844411

07:04AM2h20

London St Pancras International (STP)

10:24AMCalais - Fréthun

$6111One-way

1 transfer

9116+

844823

09:01AM5h28

London St Pancras International (STP)

03:29PMCalais Ville

$6471One-way

1 transfer

9126+

844825

11:04AM5h25

London St Pancras International (STP)

05:29PMCalais Ville

$6691One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and ferry for London to Calais

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus	Ferry
€157 Average price	€27 Average price Cheapest	€36 Average price
5h 54m Average duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 33m Average duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 33m Average duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Calais train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 19

Last updated at 5:44 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
9110+844821	6:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	5h25	11:29 AM Calais Ville	1 transfer
9110+844823	6:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	7h25	1:29 PM Calais Ville	1 transfer
9110+844411	6:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	2h20	8:24 AM Calais - Fréthun	1 transfer
9116+844823	8:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	5h28	1:29 PM Calais Ville	1 transfer
9116+7265 · 844609	8:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	3h42	11:43 AM Calais Ville	2 transfers
9116+7569	8:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	4h12	12:13 PM Calais - Fréthun	1 transfer
9126+844825	10:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	5h25	3:29 PM Calais Ville	1 transfer
9126+7569	10:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	2h09	12:13 PM Calais - Fréthun	1 transfer
9126+844509 · 844615	10:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	5h09	3:13 PM Calais Ville	2 transfers
9132+844509 · 844615	12:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)	3h12	3:13 PM Calais Ville	2 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Calais?

The best time to book your train from London to Calais is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Calais route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Calais per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Calais.

Trains

from $16

Buses

from $24

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Calais

United Kingdom

France

Trains from London to Calais run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $191 (€156) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $25 (€20)

Distance

93 miles (151 km)

Average train duration

5h 24m

Cheapest ticket price

$191 (€156)

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 50m

First train

05:31

Last train

20:32

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $25 (€20)

Train companies: Eurostar from London to Calais trains

You can travel by train from London to Calais with Eurostar. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed railway service connecting the United Kingdom with countries in continental Europe like France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Most Eurostar trains travel through the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, between the UK and France. With a high-speed train service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), you will travel to Calais from London in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar train from London to Calais, you can choose between three ticket types: Standard, Standard Premier (with light refreshments served and spacious seats), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seating, lounge access, priority boarding and hot meal served).

Train tickets from London to Calais: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	133 €
2 weeks earlier	78 €	71%
3 weeks earlier	65 €	105%
1 month before	55 €	142%
2 months earlier	55 €	142%
3 months earlier	65 €	105%

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Train companies often offer promotional prices and offers—by buying in advance—you can get access the best prices for trains in the U.S., Canada, and the major European railroad operators. Search on Omio to check prices and cheap train tickets from London - Calais. Easily find the most attractive rates and choose the your preferred route for your journey. Book and choose your mobile ticket: avoid the queues at the station and the added stress of printing your ticket.

The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from London - Calais 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 105% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket London - Calais with 2 months in advance you save up to about 142% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 105%.
On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.

FAQs: Trains from London to Calais

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