- Must visit
Musée de l’Œuvre Notre-Dame
Set in the cathedral’s former cellar, it explains the building’s history, sculpture and stained glass with original fragments.
Cheapest price
£111
Average price
£134
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Strasbourg will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £111.
Of the 2 trains that leave Calais for Strasbourg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 498 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.




The table below shows live departures for Calais to Strasbourg trains for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:37 Calais | 6h14 | 21:51 Strasbourg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:37 Calais | 6h14 | 22:51 Strasbourg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Calais to Strasbourg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 498 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 498 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 18:57 |
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Set in the cathedral’s former cellar, it explains the building’s history, sculpture and stained glass with original fragments.
Housed in the Rohan Palace, this museum presents paintings from the Middle Ages to 1870 in grand historic rooms.
A richly atmospheric museum of Alsatian domestic life, crafts and interiors spread across historic Renaissance buildings.
Strasbourg’s most atmospheric quarter, with canals, timber-framed houses and scenic lanes ideal for walking and photography.
This large central square is a lively meeting point framed by historic buildings, shops and seasonal events such as the Christmas market.
A broad pedestrian square beside the cathedral, admired for its lively atmosphere, façades and excellent views of the west front.
A hearty Alsatian tart with crème fraîche, onions and lardons on thin dough. It is a regional classic, especially in Strasbourg winstubs and brasseries.
Slow-cooked sauerkraut served with sausages and cured pork. This emblematic Alsatian dish reflects the region’s Germanic culinary heritage.
A baked terrine of mixed meats, often pork and veal, wrapped in pastry. It is a festive Alsatian speciality commonly found in traditional eateries.
Popular traditional restaurant specialising in Alsatian dishes, especially choucroute and pork specialities, with a rustic local feel.
Traditional winstub serving Alsatian classics such as choucroute and baeckeoffe in a warm, historic setting in the city centre.
Historic brasserie known for tarte flambée, sauerkraut and local beer. Lively and classic atmosphere near Place Kléber.
Moderate for France: hotels and restaurants are mid-priced, while trams keep local transport fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Entzheim Aéroport station -> Gare de Strasbourg, Strasbourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Calais to Strasbourg trains use the Calais - Fréthun to Strasbourg station pair, with some services arriving at Krimmeri-Meinau. Use this guide to compare Calais and Strasbourg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Calais - Fréthun is 6 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Calais - Fréthun has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Channel, Restaurant du Golf
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Calais - Fréthun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Calais - Fréthun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais - Fréthun: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel Meurice, Hotel de la Plage.
Calais Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Channel, Au Cote d'Argent
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Calais Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Calais Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Calais Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Calais Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Meurice, Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel de la Plage.
Les Fontinettes is 1 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Les Fontinettes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Les Fontinettes.
ATMs are available at Les Fontinettes.
Available at Les Fontinettes: WC.
Available at Les Fontinettes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Fontinettes.
Strasbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Kuhn, Brasserie Flo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Strasbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strasbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Strasbourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare, Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare, Le Grand Hotel.
Krimmeri-Meinau is 2 km from Strasbourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Krimmeri-Meinau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
ATMs are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Parking.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
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