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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Calais
Showing times and prices for 26 Dec
Cheapest price
£252
Average price
£252
Fastest journey
6 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
315 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Calais will cost around £252 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £252.
Fast trains
To travel from Bristol to Calais you need to make at least 4 changes.
04:536h36
Bristol11:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
07:006h29
Bristol13:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
08:316h58
Bristol15:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
10:306h59
Bristol17:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
13:006h29
Bristol19:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
13:006h14
Bristol19:14Calais
£2551One-way
5 changes
07:006h29
Bristol13:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
13:006h29
Bristol19:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
16:006h29
Bristol22:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
04:536h36
Bristol11:29Calais
£2521One-way
4 changes
Live departures
Bristol to Calais train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Calais trains for tomorrow, Friday 26 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 17:57
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:53 Bristol | 6h36 | 11:29 Calais | 4 changes | |
| 07:00 Bristol | 6h29 | 13:29 Calais | 4 changes | |
| 08:31 Bristol | 6h58 | 15:29 Calais | 4 changes | |
| 10:30 Bristol | 6h43 | 17:13 Calais | 5 changes | |
| 10:30 Bristol | 6h59 | 17:29 Calais | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Calais
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Trains from Bristol to Calais run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 315 km distance in 3h 49m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 315 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 20:33 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol to Calais trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Calais from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
£38
Great Western Rail frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 14m
Cheapest Price
£253
first_great_western frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Bristol to Calais train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Calais by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in Calais should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Calais Lighthouse, the Musée des Beaux-Arts, and the historic Calais Town Hall.
In Calais, you can explore the Musée des Beaux-Arts to admire fine arts, stroll through Parc Richelieu, and visit Les Baraques Military Cemetery. Experience the impressive Calais Dragon and explore the local market for regional delicacies. Don't miss the historical Calais Lighthouse for panoramic views, the famous Burghers of Calais sculpture, the Flemish Renaissance-style Calais Town Hall, the relaxing Calais Beach, and the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode for a glimpse into the history of lace-making and fashion.
The train journey from Bristol to Calais involves a combination of trains and a ferry crossing. While the initial leg from Bristol to London passes through the scenic countryside of the South West and parts of the picturesque Cotswolds, the main focus is the efficiency of travel rather than scenic views, particularly once you reach the Eurostar from London to Calais, which primarily travels through tunnels and urban areas.
A day trip from Bristol to Calais is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 49m. However, there are 18 trips available per day by train, covering a distance of 315 km.
The train distance from Bristol to Calais is 315 km.
The train journey from Bristol to Calais covers a distance of 315 km and takes approximately 3h 49m. Trains run 18 per day.
The first train from Bristol to Calais leaves at 4:30.
The last train from Bristol to Calais departs at 20:33.
Trains from Bristol to Calais run approximately 18 times per day.
Booking trains from Bristol to Calais in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Calais.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Calais can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £84.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Calais.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Calais is by train, costing approximately £46.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Calais is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Dover Priory (DVP).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Calais.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Calais.
To travel from Bristol to Calais, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Calais
Bristol
Calais
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Montpelier
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clifton Down
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
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