The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Calais
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Calais will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Paris for Calais every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 237 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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 coach, train and flight for Paris to Calais
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £173.
Distance: 237 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £319 Average Price |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Paris to Calais bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Calais coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 Paris | 2h50 | 14:50 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:20 Paris | 3h30 | 15:50 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:40 Paris | 3h00 | 19:40 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Paris | 2h30 | 21:00 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Paris | 2h50 | 21:50 Calais | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Paris to Calais by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Calais
Buses from Paris to Calais run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 237 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 237 km |
Average bus duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 04:00 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus from Paris to CalaisYou can travel by bus between Paris to Calais with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Calais coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

When departing from Paris, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris, Roissypôle Bus Station. When arriving in Calais, you can end your trip in coach stations like Calais, Port - P&O Ferry and Calais, Hotel de Ville.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Calais
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
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