How to get to Calais from Folkestone

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Compare train, ferry and coach for Folkestone to Calais

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a ferry costs an average of £49.

Distance: 49 km

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3h 21m

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Compare ways to travel from Folkestone to Calais

Compare the available ways to get from Folkestone to Calais, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Folkestone to Calais is a coach with an average price of £46.

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

A coach is £4 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Folkestone to Calais costing on average £49.

The fastest way to travel from Folkestone to Calais is by ferry with an average journey time of 2h 43m.

Other travel options to Calais take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Folkestone and Calais including taking a train, ferry and coach.

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from Folkestone to Calais

How to get to Calais from Folkestone by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Folkestone to Calais is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Calais by train

The most popular day trips by train from Calais are Boulogne-sur-Mer, Dover, Dunkirk and Lille. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Calais on Omio.

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Day trip from Calais to Lille by train

Why visit Lille for the day?

Lille is a lively northern French city with Flemish character, handsome old streets and a strong student presence. It is known for the Grand'Place, Vieux-Lille and a food scene that blends French and Belgian influences.

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FAQs: Folkestone to Calais

Travel to Calais easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Folkestone to Calais.

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There are 3 options to travel between Folkestone and Calais including taking a train, ferry and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Folkestone to Calais is a coach with an average price of £46.

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

A coach is £4 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Folkestone to Calais costing on average £49.

The fastest way to travel from Folkestone to Calais is by ferry with an average journey time of 2h 43m.

Other travel options to Calais take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 21m.

The Folkestone to Calais distance is approximately 49 km.
The average frequency per day from Folkestone to Calais is:
  • Around 18 ferries per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Folkestone to Calais:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Folkestone and arrive in Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal.
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 coach.
  • Travel with Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS, Irish Ferries to go to Calais by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Folkestone to Calais with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with Sindbad.
  • 18 direct ferries per day with Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS, Irish Ferries.
Omio customers who travel from Folkestone to Calais often also extend their vacation to go to London, Dover, Paris, Lille, Gravelines. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Calais and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Folkestone to Calais, you can choose from several travel options including train, ferry and coach.
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.
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.

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