How to travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais

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Compare train and bus for Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł28, while a bus costs an average of zł431.

Distance: 19 miles (32 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais is a train with an average price of zł28.

This is compared to other travel options from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais:

A train is zł406 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais costing on average zł434.

The fastest way to travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 59m.

Other travel options to Calais take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Boulogne-sur-Mer and Calais including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 5m faster (29m by train vs 34m by car) and roughly zł2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł28 vs zł30). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais

How to get from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K21 (848382)
    1:08 PM0h23
    Boulogne - Tintelleries
    1:31 PMCalais - Fréthun
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K21 (848382)
    1:08 PM0h23
    Boulogne - Tintelleries
    1:31 PMCalais - Fréthun
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11877544
    7:36 PM0h19
    Boulogne
    7:55 PMCalais - Fréthun
    401One-way
    0 transfers

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  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K21 (848384)
    5:08 PM0h23
    Boulogne - Tintelleries
    5:31 PMCalais - Fréthun
    381One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K21 (848840)
    9:10 AM0h23
    Boulogne - Tintelleries
    9:33 AMCalais - Fréthun
    381One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K21 (848380)
    7:07 PM0h24
    Boulogne - Tintelleries
    7:31 PMCalais - Fréthun
    381One-way
    0 transfers
  • Allocab
    5:00 AM0h30
    Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gare SNCF
    5:30 AMCalais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard)
    4251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Allocab
    12:00 AM0h30
    Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gare SNCF
    12:30 AMCalais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard)
    4251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Allocab
    7:40 PM0h30
    Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gare SNCF
    8:10 PMCalais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard)
    4251One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais

Travel to Calais easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais.

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There are 2 options to travel between Boulogne-sur-Mer and Calais including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais is a train with an average price of zł40.

This is compared to other travel options from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais:

A train is zł394 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais costing on average zł434.

The fastest way to travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Calais take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 5m.

The distance from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais is approximately 19 miles (32 km).
The average frequency per day from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Boulogne-sur-Mer and Calais as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais:
  • Trains mostly depart from Boulogne - Tintelleries and arrive in Calais Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gare SNCF and arrive in Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais to go to Calais by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Calais by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais.
  • 12 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Calais often also extend their vacation to go to London, Dover, Paris, Lille, Folkestone. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Calais and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Calais to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Calais, you can explore a collection of fine arts at the Musée des Beaux-Arts, enjoy a leisurely stroll in Parc Richelieu, and visit the serene Les Baraques Military Cemetery. Experience the impressive Calais Dragon and explore the local market for regional delicacies. Don't miss the historic Calais Lighthouse for panoramic views, the famous sculpture "The Burghers of Calais" by Auguste Rodin, and the impressive Calais Town Hall. Relax at Calais Beach and discover the history of lace-making at the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode.
A visit to Calais can be well-suited for a day trip or a short two-day stay, allowing time to explore its main attractions such as the Calais Lighthouse, the City of Lace and Fashion, and the historic Town Hall.

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