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Trains from Folkestone to Calais

🚄 Traveling from Folkestone to Calais by train involves a journey with transfers through London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The total duration of the trip is approximately 5 hours and 3 minutes. 🎟️ Folkestone to Calais train services are operated by South Eastern Trains Service for the departing leg from Folkestone Central station, and by SNCF for the arriving leg at Calais Ville station. The prices for a train ticket between Folkestone and Calais can vary, typically ranging from £129 to £357.

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  • The companies that provide train routes from Folkestone to Calais are South Eastern Trains Service and SNCF. There is no direct train from Folkestone to Calais, requiring transfers at London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey takes approximately 5 hours and 3 minutes. The prices for a train ticket between Folkestone and Calais vary from £130 to £360.
  • The fastest train option between Folkestone and Calais is the service operated by South Eastern Trains Service and SNCF. This journey requires transfers at London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe, with a total travel time of approximately 5 hours and 3 minutes. Despite the need for transfers, this route offers a convenient and time-efficient way to travel between Folkestone and Calais by train.
  • Trains departing for Calais from Folkestone leave from Folkestone Central station. This station serves as the departure point for South Eastern Trains Service operated trains heading towards Calais. Passengers can access Folkestone Central station easily from within Folkestone or nearby areas, making it a convenient starting point for the journey to Calais.
  • There are several trains connecting Folkestone to Calais although there is no direct service. Travelers will need to take a train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl, then transfer to another train to Lille Europe before finally reaching Calais Ville. The total journey time including transfers is approximately 5 hours and 3 minutes. Both South Eastern Trains Service and SNCF operate trains for this route, offering passengers options for their travel plans.
  • The train from Folkestone to Calais operated by SNCF, arrives at Calais Ville station. Passengers will disembark at Calais Ville, which is the main train station in Calais. From there, travelers can easily access the city center and explore all that Calais has to offer.
  • The first train of the day from Folkestone to Calais departs from Folkestone Central station early in the morning, allowing passengers to start their journey at the beginning of the day. The last train departing from Folkestone Central station towards Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe leaves later in the evening, providing travelers with flexibility in their travel times. Overall, the train journey from Folkestone to Calais takes approximately 5 hours and 3 minutes, including transfers.
  • There are no direct train trips available between Folkestone and Calais. Travelers will need to take connecting trains, departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 hours and 3 minutes. Both South Eastern Trains Service and SNCF operate the train services for this route, providing options for travelers to reach Calais from Folkestone.
  • No, there is no direct train between Folkestone and Calais. Travelers will need to take connecting trains, with services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Calais Ville via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The entire journey, including transfers, typically takes around 5 hours and 3 minutes to complete.
  • The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone to Calais varies between £130 and £360. Prices may fluctuate based on factors such as the time of booking, class of travel, and availability of promotional fares. It is advisable to check for discounts or early booking deals to potentially save on the ticket cost.

Will you be returning to Folkestone by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Calais to Folkestone

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