Folkestone – Calais
Ferries to France
Folkestone – Calais
Ferries to France
The Folkestone Calais Eurotunnel route connects England with France. Currently there is just the 1 company operating this Eurotunnel service, Eurotunnel. The Channel crossing operates up to 53 times each day with durations from around 35 minutes.
The price of the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais can range between $170 and $500 depending on the time of year that you travel. The average price with a car is $302. Car prices can range between $171 and $481. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All Eurotunnel prices can vary from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days.
The journey takes approximately 35 minutes, making it one of the fastest ways to cross the Channel by car or van between England and France.
Yes, the Eurotunnel Le Shuttle is specifically designed for vehicles including cars, vans, motorbikes, and coaches. You drive your vehicle onto the shuttle and stay with it during the crossing.
No, the Eurotunnel does not accommodate foot passengers. Only vehicles with passengers are allowed. If you're travelling without a vehicle, consider using the Eurostar passenger train instead.
Check-in opens up to 2 hours before departure and closes 30 minutes prior to your scheduled train. You’ll need your booking reference and passport. After check-in, you’ll be directed to the appropriate boarding lane.
Yes! The Eurotunnel is one of the most pet-friendly ways to travel between the UK and France. Pets can stay with you in your vehicle, and pet passports and vaccinations are required.
Both terminals provide a range of amenities including restrooms, food outlets, fuel stations, currency exchange, and duty-free shopping to make your journey more comfortable.
Find cheap Eurotunnel tickets using our deal finder. It is recommended to book in advance for the best possible prices and availability on the Folkestone to Calais Eurotunnel. However, there are alternative routes to France if you require additional flexibility including the ferry from Dover to Calais.
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| Folkestone - Calais Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | England | |
| Destination Country | France | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) | |
| Average Price | $370 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 41 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 284 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 35 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 35 m | |
| First Ferry | 00:11 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:55 | |
| Distance | 45 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.
The town of Folkestone is located on the south east coast of England in the county of Kent. Located around 70 miles to the south east of London, Folkestone has a small port and is easily accessible by god road and rail links. A major landmark in the town is The Leas, which are cliffs that are located above the town's beach. Also in the town, visitors will find a Mertello Tower which is a small defensive fort that was built in the 19th century and stands on the cliffs above Copt Point. The tower was principally constructed as part of England's defences against Napoleon but has since had several other uses. It has been Coast Guard lookout, a family home, a golf clubhouse and a World War II mine control post. Today, the tower is a visitor centre. Located just outside of the town is the southern end of the Kent Down Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is a haven for walking, cycling, horse riding and nature watching.
The small harbour at Folkestone is mainly used by fishing and pleasure boats with cross channel ferries having stopped using the port in 2000. The English end of the Channel Tunnel is located at nearby Cheriton.
The French city of Calais is located in the Nord-Pas de Calais department of north west France and is the closest port in France to England. The Strait of Dover, which lies across the English Channel on the UK mainland, is around 32 km from Calais and on a clear day the famous White Cliffs of Dover can be seen from Calais as can the Calais coast from the cliffs. Calais has been an important maritime hub for commerce and tourism between France and England for many years and the town itself is divided into two parts. The old town, Calais-Nord, is located on a man made island that is surrounded by canals and harbours. The modern town, St-Pierre, is located to the south of the old town. The city is moving away from just being home to the busy port and is becoming increasingly popular as a tourist destination in itself. It has a long and rich cultural heritage, a number of museums and a lively nightlife. A popular attraction in the city are its Belfries which are siege towers that were built to protect the city from marauders, and are today declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ferries to England depart Calais on average every 30 minutes, with a crossing time to Dover of around 75 minutes.
