How Much Does Eurotunnel
Cost in 2026?
Your independent guide to Le Shuttle fares — ticket types, vehicle pricing, seasonal costs and an honest comparison with the ferry.
£59
Day Trip, off-peak times
£98–£169
Per vehicle, each way
35 mins
Folkestone to Calais
2026 Le Shuttle Ticket Prices
All fares are per vehicle (car + up to 9 passengers). Prices vary by travel date, time and vehicle dimensions.
Day Trip & Overnight
£59–£89
per vehicle each way
Off-peak departures only. Must return within 2 calendar days.
Best for: Day shoppers, flexible day-trippers
Short Stay Saver
£98–£139
per vehicle each way
Return within 5 days. Most popular option for weekend breaks.
Best for: Weekend breaks, short city breaks
Standard
£115–£169
per vehicle each way
Flexible return date. The everyday fare for most holiday travellers.
Best for: Holiday makers, week+ stays
FlexiPlus
£235–£310
per vehicle each way
Take any departure. Lounge access. Priority boarding. No rebooking needed.
Best for: Business travellers, families needing flexibility
| Ticket type | Price range (each way) | Best for | Flexibility | Key restriction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Day Trip & OvernightBest value | £59–£89 | Day shoppers, flexible day-trippers | Very restricted | Depart Folkestone before 05:00 or after 18:00 |
Short Stay Saver | £98–£139 | Weekend breaks, short city breaks | Low | Return within 5 calendar days |
Standard | £115–£169 | Holiday makers, week+ stays | Medium | Fixed departure time (can swap within 2 hours for free) |
FlexiPlus | £235–£310 | Business travellers, families needing flexibility | Maximum | No restrictions — take any available departure |
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Estimate your 2026 Le Shuttle fare
Estimated fare (return)
£288–£422
Per vehicle · includes return · estimate only
This calculator provides an indicative price range based on typical 2026 fares. Actual prices depend on your specific departure date, time and vehicle dimensions. Always check leshuttle.com for the live fare on your travel date. Peak day surcharges (£10–£250) are not included.
Seasonal Pricing Guide
Le Shuttle prices vary significantly by time of year. Peak season fares can be 40–60% higher than off-peak for the same crossing.
Jan
Off-Peak
Feb
Off-Peak
Mar
Shoulder
Apr
Shoulder
May
Shoulder
Jun
Peak
Jul
Peak
Aug
Peak
Sep
Shoulder
Oct
Shoulder
Nov
Off-Peak
Dec
Peak
What's included in your fare
- Vehicle + up to 9 passengers — no per-person charge
- No luggage restrictions or excess baggage fees
- Toilet facilities in every carriage during crossing
- Ability to swap onto next train within 2 hours (Standard)
- Full 35-minute tunnel transit (Folkestone to Calais)
- ANPR automatic check-in — no need to print tickets
Extras that cost more
- Pets£35–£45 per animal each way
- Peak day surcharge£10–£250 per leg (on busy dates)
- Motorhome over 1.85m heightHigher fare category applies
- Caravan / trailerSupplement of £59–£99 per leg
- LPG vehicleNo extra charge, but must be declared
Is Eurotunnel worth it? Our honest verdict
Eurotunnel is faster and more reliable than the Dover–Calais ferry — that's not in dispute. The 35-minute tunnel crossing versus the 90-minute ferry crossing is a significant difference, especially with children or pets on board.
On price: for most UK families travelling to northern France, if you book at least 6 weeks ahead and avoid peak days, Le Shuttle and the ferry are within 10–15% of each other. Eurotunnel's per-vehicle pricing means groups of 4 or more often pay less per person than the ferry.
Where the ferry wins: solo travellers or couples on a tight budget, and anyone heading to Normandy, Brittany or south-west France (where a Portsmouth or Newhaven ferry departure saves driving through Paris).
See the full Eurotunnel vs Ferry comparison