How to get to Calais from Glasgow

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Compare train for Glasgow to Calais

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £153 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £153, while a train costs an average of £153.

Distance: 679 km

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Compare ways to travel from Glasgow to Calais

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

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Calais is a train with an average price of £153.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 6h 33m.
Yes, you can take a train between Glasgow and Calais.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 3h 9m sooner (6h 3m by train vs 9h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £153 compared to roughly £122 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Glasgow to Calais

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

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The best way to travel from Glasgow to Calais is by taking a train 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: Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Calais.

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You can travel between Glasgow and Calais by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Calais is a train with an average price of £153.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 6h 33m.
The Glasgow to Calais distance is approximately 679 km.
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Calais is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glasgow to Calais:
  • Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Central (GLC) and arrive in Martin Mill station (MTM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Calais, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo to go to Calais by train.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow 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 travel from Glasgow to Calais, you can take a train.
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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