Dover to Calais by train

Travelling by train from Dover to Calais

Ready to travel from Dover 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.

Cost of train tickets between Dover and Calais

The cheapest train tickets from Dover to Calais start at €162.24. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, €178. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around €259.

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Dover to Calais is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel between Dover and Calais

If you are taking the train from Dover to Calais, you will have 37 trains each day (with a departure every 3 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:27. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:48. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:58, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:49.

How long is the train journey from Dover to Calais?

This journey covers a total of 43 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 41 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Dover and Calais?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Dover and Calais 5 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Additional information on train travel from Dover to Calais

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Calais city guide to start planning your getaway.