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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Calais
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Calais will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Calais every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for London to Calais
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £137.
Distance: 151 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £138 Average Price | £30 Average Price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Calais bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Calais coaches for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:00 London | 5h55 | 01:55 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Calais
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Buses from London to Calais run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 151 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Arriva UK, FlixBus from London to CalaisYou can travel by bus between London to Calais with BlaBlaCar Bus, Arriva UK, FlixBus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
BlaBlaCar Bus
Arriva UK
Coaches from London to Calais
Crossing the channel from London to mainland Europe is easy with plenty of coaches from London to Calais. Journey times will be around five hours, and four direct buses leave London Victoria every day of the week, all year round.
Which coach companies travel from London to Calais?
Eurolines is the main operator on the London to Calais route, running three direct buses every day. Travellers can also choose a single daily service with BlaBlaBus if they prefer.
How long is the coach from London to Calais?
Coaches from London to Calais will take between five hours and five and a half hours to get to their destination. No changes are needed, although buses will need to board a vehicle ferry to cross the Channel, which adds one hour onto every journey.
How many coaches are there from London to Calais?
Buses depart London Victoria Coach Station for Calais every day. Whenever travellers need to visit Calais, they can expect four direct services. This usually includes a mid-morning departure and three evening services.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Calais?
Departure bus station: All coaches to Calais from London will start their journeys at London Victoria Coach Station. London's leading bus transport centre, Victoria is well-placed for those staying in both London suburbs and the city centre. Nearby Victoria Station has excellent rail connections to Kent and Surrey, while the Victoria, District and Circle Lines of the London Underground link the station with almost all parts of the city. Buses also run straight to the coach station from Brixton, Westminster and the West End, making it easy for all travellers to reach their bus without any hassle.
Arrival bus station: Buses from London will drop off travellers at Calais Terminal Ferry. The Terminal is around two miles' walk from the actual city of Calais, but getting into town shouldn't be difficult. Taxi rides won't take more than 7-10 minutes to reach the Hotel de Ville, and visitors can walk down the Rue Lamy to the centre of town in 45 minutes. Vivabus services also run into town and serve Cite Europe, Calais' premier shopping destination. Those headed to Calais Station should follow directions to the city centre, cross the bridge, and follow the Avenue du President Wilson. The station should be on the right-hand side.
FAQs: London to Calais coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Calais by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Calais, Port - P&O Ferry, located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Calais, follow these tips:
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- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Calais
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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