How to travel from Folkestone to Calais

There are 3 options to travel between Folkestone and Calais including taking a train, ferry, and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Folkestone to Calais is a ferry with an average price of $59.

This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone to Calais:

A ferry is $22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Folkestone to Calais costing on average $81.

A ferry is $204 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone to Calais costing on average $264.

The fastest way to travel from Folkestone to Calais is by ferry with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Calais take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 40m.

Train takes on average 6h 48m.

The distance from Folkestone to Calais is approximately 30 miles (49 km).

The average frequency per day from Folkestone to Calais is:

• Around 26 ferries per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Folkestone to Calais:

• Buses mostly depart from Folkestone and arrive in Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard).
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in Port of Calais.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Folkestone to Calais, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Sindbad to go to Calais by bus.
• Travel with Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries, DFDS to go to Calais by ferry.

Yes, there are direct services available from Folkestone to Calais with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct buses per day with Sindbad.
• 26 direct ferries per day with Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries, DFDS.

Omio customers who travel from Folkestone to Calais often also extend their vacation to go to London, Dover, Paris, Lille, Brussels. 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.