Ashford to Calais by train

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Overview: trains from Ashford to Calais

Find the key information for travelling by train from Ashford to Calais, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:10 View journey
Last train 23:16 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 56m View journey
Distance (km) 72
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey AU$116.85 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr
Train operators 11

Travelling by train from Ashford to Calais

Ready to travel from Ashford to Calais by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Ashford to Calais

Getting from Ashford to Calais by rail typically costs AU$116.85, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Ashford to Calais

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Ashford to Calais:

  • 05:10 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:16 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:40 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:16 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 46 minutes from Ashford toward Calais.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 18 trains serving this route each day.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Ashford to Calais?

On this route spanning 72 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 56 minutes.

How far in advance Ashford and Calais tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Ashford and Calais are available 8 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Ashford to Calais

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Ashford and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Calais city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Ashford to Calais

Want to know more about your journey from Ashford to Calais? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Ashford and Calais by train is 72 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.