Paris Gare du Nord
Taking the train from Paris to Calais is an easy way to get from the French capital to the ferry port when you are visiting France. Trains from Paris to Calais run regularly from Paris Gare du Nord train station and arrive at either Calais Centre or Calais Frethun train station.
Trains are operated by SNCF and run all throughout the day, with increased frequency during peak times.
The total journey time from Paris to Calais varies depending on what kind of train you take. If you take a high-speed TGV train to Frethun station, you can make the journey in 1 hour and 40 minutes.
If you take a combination of a TGV and a regional TER train to Centre station, the trip can take up to 2 hours and 45 minutes, and requires a change at Lille.
The price of a train ticket depends on which type of train you choose. Direct TGV trains can cost from 21.00 euros each way, while a combination of TGV and TER trains can cost from 37.60 euros each way. The lowest fares for trains from Paris to Calais are usually only available if you book in advance of travel.