Calais is one of northern France’s premier seaside resorts and offers great beaches, clear seas, family entertainment venues, myriad restaurants and good nightlife. The town is the first stop in Europe for passengers travelling from the UK. Eurostar to Calais International trains provide a hassle free means of accessing France’s La Manche coastline.

Calais International Station has onward TGV and SNCF services that give access to other French and Belgian destinations. Outside the station there are hotels and the Cite shopping, dining and entertainment complex. Next to Cite is L’Usine, which has factory outlets which sell the latest and best designer articles.

From London’s St Pancras Station there are three daily Eurostar to Calais International departures which offer a journey time of about one hour. Two of the services continue on to Paris Gare du Nord and the other goes to Brussels. Passengers on Eurostar’s services receive a quiet, comfortable and smooth journey on the very latest rolling stock.

On Eurostar trains there are two buffet cars which serve delicious snacks, hot and cold beverages, and alcoholic drinks. Passengers travelling on Eurostar’s two premium classes, Leisure Select and Business Premier, are served with free drinks and meals at their seats.

Eurostar to Calais International Standard Class and Leisure Select passengers have to check in thirty minutes prior to departure, while for Business Premier there is only 10 minutes required before boarding. With such short check-in and travel times train is the best way of getting from the UK to France.