4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Calais
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€19
Fastest journey on Sep 15
6 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
6 h 45 m
Buses on Sep 15
3
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Calais will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 3 buses from London to Calais, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:00 AM7h05London2:05 PMCalais€191One-way0 transfers- 7:30 AM6h30London2:00 PMCalais€191One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM6h40London4:10 PMCalais€191One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM6h30London2:00 PMCalais€191One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM6h40London4:10 PMCalais€191One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM7h05London2:05 PMCalais€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for London to Calais
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €35, while a train costs an average of €160.
Distance: 151 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Ferry | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€63 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €160 Average price | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Calais:
A ferry is €28 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Calais costing on average €63.
A ferry is €125 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Calais costing on average €160.
Other travel options to Calais take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 12m.
Bus takes on average 4h 41m.
Live departures
London to Calais bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Calais buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:30 PM London | 6h40 | 7:10 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 PM London | 6h55 | 2:25 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 PM London | 6h45 | 2:45 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 PM London | 6h20 | 2:50 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 PM London | 7h00 | 6:00 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:59 PM London | 7h11 | 7:10 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
| 7:00 AM London | 7h05 | 2:05 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM London | 6h30 | 2:00 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM London | 6h40 | 4:10 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Sindbad or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Calais.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Calais
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Buses from London to Calais run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €29 by ferry.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 4:40 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, FlixBus from London to CalaisYou can travel by bus between London to Calais with BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, FlixBus for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Calais
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Calais by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Calais
Most London to Calais buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard) station pair, with some services arriving at Calais, Port - P&O Ferry. Use this guide to compare London and Calais bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Calais leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Which Calais station do buses from London arrive at?
Getting to Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard) from Calais city centre
Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard) bus station facilities and services
Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard). ATMs are available at Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais, Gare de Calais Ville (Pont Jacquard): Accessible paths for wheelchair users.
Getting to Calais, Port - P&O Ferry from Calais city centre
Calais, Port - P&O Ferry is 2 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Calais, Port - P&O Ferry bus station facilities and services
Calais, Port - P&O Ferry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Calais, Port - P&O Ferry. ATMs are available at Calais, Port - P&O Ferry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais, Port - P&O Ferry.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais, Port - P&O Ferry: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais, Port - P&O Ferry: Basic access for individuals with disabilities.
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