If you choose to drive from Calais to Paris by car, there are just under 200 kilometres of road between Calais and Paris. Because France's motorways are privately managed, the two main routes both have tolls. Expect to pay around €20 each way if you're in a car, though prices do vary depending on the type of vehicle.
True cost. If you're flying a large family, you'll probably always pay more to fly than drive. That's because driving costs do not rise proportionally per person like airline tickets.
The drive to Paris from the Eurotunnel terminal at Calais is around 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is around 293km. The most direct route is via the A26 and A1, but if you plan to make some stops, or take in some scenery and sights, you should look at the A16 and D934.
Eurotunnel Le Shuttle is one of the fastest ways to travel to France. Making the journey in 35 minutes, it beats the 90-minute from Dover to Calais.
Driving to Disneyland Paris usually works out considerably cheaper than flying or booking the Eurostar. We also really enjoy being able to detour to incorporate our grocery shop, before we arrive at Disneyland Paris.
Can you do Disneyland Paris in one day? Yes, it is definitely possible! Disneyland Paris consists of two parks just a few minutes' walk apart. Disneyland Park is where you'll want to spend most of your time.
We provide award-winning toilet facilities – including disabled toilet facilities – in our passenger terminal buildings which we recommend all passengers take advantage of before travelling. There are no disabled toilets onboard our shuttles.
Eurotunnel Le Shuttle is the fastest route to the magic by car. Eurotunnel tickets are priced per vehicle, so there really are no limits! It takes just 35 minutes on our shuttle to Calais and then drive straight onto the motorway, arriving at Disneyland® Paris in just 3hrs 20 minutes.
Disneyland Paris is open every day of the year. However, opening times vary according to season and the Parks may stay open late for special seasonal events. Stay in a Disney Hotel and you can enjoy extra magic in the Disney Parks.
Eurostar only run passenger trains, so you cannot take your own vehicle using this mode of transport. Therefore, when planning your journey, you need to decide if you would like to drive your own vehicle once you are across the Channel.
Is there a parking fee included in the entrance ticket price? No. A fee applies to the car park (flat rate per day). Guests staying at Disney Hotels and associated hotels (excluding Adagio City Apart'hotel Val d'Europe) benefit from free parking in their hotel car park.
The most common way to travel to Disneyland Paris is by plane, at least for international travelers. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the closest airport to Disneyland Paris, only 35 km away from Disney.
Get ready for your Disneyland Paris Adventure
- Check your passport dates. On the day of travel, UK passports must have at least six months until date of expiry and be less than ten years old, even if it has six months or more left.
- Apply for a Global Health Insurance Card.
- Take out travel insurance.
If you are a British Citizen, you don't need a visa to travel to France from the UK. There is no minimum passport validity requirement, but please note that while planning your magical stay at Disneyland Paris you have to ensure your passport is valid for the whole period of your stay in France.
A train from Paris will take passengers to Disneyland in 1 hour 45 minutes for 24.5 euro. By express bus one can get there in 2 hours 15 minutes, for minimum 102.5 euro. Bus from Paris will take you to Disneyland in 45 minutes, the trip price will be 23 euro.
It is not possible to drive a car or motorcycle through the Channel Tunnel. Instead, motorists must drive onto the Eurotunnel Le Shuttle train, which boards at the Channel Tunnel terminals in Folkestone and Calais.
How long is the Eurostar train journey from London to Disneyland® Paris? Typically, the train journey from London to Disneyland® Paris takes 2hrs 49mins.
Eurostar fares from London to Paris or Brussels start at £52 one-way or £78 return in 2nd class, if you book in advance. Standard Premier (1st class) fares start at £115 one-way, £199 return. Booking usually opens 180 days ahead.
Driving in France checklist
- Full and valid driver's licence.
- V5C.
- Proof of Insurance.
- Passport/national ID.
- Motor insurance green card.
- Reflective jackets for all passengers.
- Warning triangles.
- Two NF-approved breathalysers.
To get from Charles de Gaulle (CDG) airport to Disneyland, you have three transfer options, taxi, shuttle bus and train. The cheapest and most popular transfer option is taking the TGV train. Tickets cost 17.50€, and the total journey time is 45 minutes, including a 30 minute train waiting time.
On 29th June, Disneyland® Paris will go on sale for Summer 2022, allowing you to book a stay at one of the magical Disney® Hotels between 31st March - 30th September 2022!
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.
The Channel Tunnel (often called the 'Chunnel' for short) is an undersea tunnel linking southern England and northern France. It is operated by the company Getlink, who also run a railway shuttle (Le Shuttle) between Folkestone and Calais, carrying passengers in cars, vans and other vehicles.
How to get to Paris. The distance from Calais to the capital is around 180 miles, However, Dieppe is the closest ferry port to Paris. It is situated just 120 miles away with the drive taking under 2 and a half hours. The journey takes you through stunning French countryside, on a rural route passing Rouen.
And when it comes to Disneyland Paris, it really isn't as good as Disneyworld in Florida (sorry). However, if you live in the UK and you have very small children, like we do, it is truly worth it. It's much closer and cheaper than Paris – you wouldn't be able to go all the way to Florida for just 3 nights.
In general, January and March are the best months to visit Disneyland Paris in 2021 if you want to avoid crowds. However, crowds are not as big of a worry as other aspects of your visit, such as available attractions. Having said that, September is also particularly light.
Hi. Normally the cheapest time is between Christmas Season and Spring season. Friday / Saturday arrivals are usually the most expensive. A package price can depend on different offers, so remember to check the offers on different Country Disney sites, not just the UK.
Re: Is Disneyland Paris safe? It's as safe if not safer than anywhere else in Europe, which in turn is safer than most other places in the world. Enjoy yourself and stop worrying.
As a general rule for First Time visitors we advise at least one day in each park plus a third day to see things you missed or do favourite rides again.
The average price of a 7-day trip to Disneyland Paris is $1,633 for a solo traveler, $2,933 for a couple, and $5,498 for a family of 4. Disneyland Paris hotels range from $71 to $504 per night with an average of $132, while most vacation rentals will cost $170 to $420 per night for the entire home.
Can I smoke in the Disney Parks? Theme Parks covered and uncovered areas are non-smoking, except for designated outdoor areas specially created and equipped for smokers. This rule also applies to electronic cigarettes.
Disneyland® Paris is open every day of the year. However, opening times vary from season to season.
The simple short answer when deciding how many days should you should spend at Disney is 7 days. This will give you plenty of time to explore all of the Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks and Disney Springs shopping area.
