See more of France with this brilliant journey to its south. You can set the pace, planning your journey to Nice that takes in more than a few sights along the way. And even if you don't have as much time for your trip, our shuttles will get you to Calais from Folkestone in just 35 minutes.
What is the fastest way to get to the South of France from the UK?
LeShuttle is the fastest way to cross the Channel. Our service from Folkestone to Calais takes just 35 minutes, making it quicker than any ferry to France. France is perfect for a road trip, and you can begin your adventure from Calais on French motorways.
What is the best way to travel the South of France?
Travel by train, the most efficient mode of travel throughout France. Regional trains connect many cities and towns. Slower than the TGV high-speed trains, these make many more stops but are still a dependable way to get around the South of France.
What destinations does the Eurotunnel go to?
The Channel Tunnel (sometimes referred to as the 'Chunnel' for short) is the longest undersea tunnel in the world at 38km long. It is made up of three tunnels, each 50km long, that link Folkestone in Kent to Calais in France.
Can you get the Eurostar to the South of France?
London to the South of FranceAlthough we can't take you there directly for the foreseeable future, you can still get to the South of France by taking a Eurostar train to Paris or Lille and changing on to a connecting TGV InOui train.
Does the Eurostar go to South France?
Stations in the South of FranceEurostar trains run to and from the South of France every Saturday throughout the summer. Here you'll find everything you need to know about our stations in Marseille, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Valence.
Does Eurostar go to South of France?
Eurostar trains run to and from the South of France every Saturday throughout the summer. Here you'll find everything you need to know about our stations in Marseille, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Valence.
Can you get a ferry from England to South of France?
Where can you get a ferry to France from the UK? Sail to France from Portsmouth, Poole and Plymouth on the south coast of England. Portsmouth is just 2 hours from London and has routes to the French ports of St Malo, Caen, Cherbourg and Le Havre. Sail to Roscoff from Plymouth and Cherbourg from Poole.
What is the difference between Eurotunnel and Channel Tunnel?
Eurostar and Eurotunnel are completely different companies but they share use of the Channel Tunnel. Eurotunnel is operated by Getlink, the company that owns and operates the Channel Tunnel, connecting the UK with France, while Eurostar is a customer of Getlink and runs its passenger trains through the Chunnel.
Can you get to South of France on Eurotunnel?
Where does Eurotunnel start and stop?
Channel Tunnel
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Status | Active |
| Start | Folkestone, Kent, England, (51.0971°N 1.1558°E) |
| End | Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France, France (50.9228°N 1.7804°E) |
| Operation |
Is there a train from Paris to South of France?
Start your day early, with the direct train from Paris to the South of France arriving into Nice Ville Station in under six hours and just in time for lunch! There's plenty of cafes and restaurants within walking distance of the station.
Can you do South of France by train?
We suggest 8 train routes, between towns and villages, where the train offers you breathtaking views of the seaside, the massifs, nature; routes that will allow you to visit the most emblematic places of the region.
Can you take car on train to South of France?
Bringing the car down by trainAuto-Train is different from all the other motorail services in that cars & passengers travel separately: You check your car in during day 1, the cars are transported overnight, and you pick your car up on day 2.
Is ferry cheaper than Eurotunnel?
My round trip on the ferry with the above was £289 the Eurotunnel was nigh on a £100 more*. I have just looked at making another booking while researching/checking this article and the prices for the return crossing were now similar, ferry £342 vs tunnel £330.
How do I get from UK to South of France?
London to the South of FranceAlthough we can't take you there directly for the foreseeable future, you can still get to the South of France by taking a Eurostar train to Paris or Lille and changing on to a connecting TGV InOui train.
What cities does the Eurotunnel connect?
The Channel Tunnel runs between Calais in northern France and Folkestone in south Kent. Vehicle traffic for Le Shuttle gets on in Calais and gets off in Folkestone. Calais is about three hour's drive from Paris and Folkestone is about an hour and a half's drive from London.
Can you get the Eurostar to South of France?
Although we can't take you there directly for the foreseeable future, you can still get to the South of France by taking a Eurostar train to Paris or Lille and changing on to a connecting TGV InOui train.
Is Eurostar running to South of France?
Our trains will not go to the South of France in 2024, as we're focussing on our busiest city centre stations for now. You can take a Eurostar to Paris or Lille and change to a connecting TGV train to get there. Tickets usually go on sale 4 months in advance.