How to travel from Calais to Arras

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Compare train for Calais to Arras

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Arras among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $23.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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Driving

$23

Average price

Cheapest

$34

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 7m

Average total duration

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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The cheapest way to travel from Calais to Arras is a train with an average price of $23.
The fastest way to travel from Calais to Arras is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 35m.

Other travel options to Arras take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 8m.

Yes, you can take a train between Calais and Arras.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Calais to Arras among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $23 compared to roughly $34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11. The journey takes 1h 38m versus 1h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Calais to Arras

How to get from Calais to Arras by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11877516
    9:37 AM1h35
    Calais - Fréthun
    11:12 AMArras station
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

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  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11877516
    9:37 AM1h35
    Calais - Fréthun
    11:12 AMArras station
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11877520
    12:27 PM1h10
    Calais - Fréthun
    1:37 PMArras station
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K16 (16354) · P53 (842308)
    2:37 PM2h24
    Calais Ville
    5:01 PMArras station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K16 (16352)+TERP22 (848867)
    10:38 AM2h45
    Calais Ville
    1:23 PMArras station
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187P54 (846540)
    6:44 AM1h59
    Calais Ville
    8:43 AMArras station
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Calais to Arras

Travel to Arras 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 Calais to Arras.

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You can travel between Calais and Arras by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Calais to Arras is a train with an average price of $23.
The fastest way to travel from Calais to Arras is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 35m.

Other travel options to Arras take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 8m.

The distance from Calais to Arras is approximately 61 miles (99 km).
The average frequency per day from Calais to Arras is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Calais to Arras:
  • Trains mostly depart from Calais Ville and arrive in Arras station.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in Port of Dover.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Calais to Arras, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Arras by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Arras by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Calais to Arras with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Calais to Arras often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lille, Paris Gare du Nord, Brussels, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Arras and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Arras to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Arras, you can explore the Arras Belfry for panoramic city views and tour the Wellington Quarry's underground passages to learn about World War I history. Enjoy a stroll through picturesque streets with local cafes and shops and attend cultural events at the Grand Place. Visit local markets for vibrant atmosphere and regional products. Key sights include the historic Grand Place with its Flemish Baroque architecture, the poignant Arras Memorial, the Carrière Wellington museum, the Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Arras, and the 17th-century Arras Citadel.
Two to three days in Arras is ideal to explore its historic sites, including the stunning Grand Place, the Belfry of Arras, and the Wellington Quarry, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.

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