Met at the terminal
A name board and a hand with the luggage as you come off the ship — no rank, no queue.
Eurotunnel Folkestone · Shuttle terminal
Eurotunnel Folkestone
transfers.
The Channel Tunnel’s passenger terminal. A fixed-price chauffeur meeting the Shuttle for London, Kent and beyond.
Distance70 miles to central London
Journey1h 35–2h 05 to London
TerminalsLeShuttle passenger terminal
Meet pointPassenger terminal
24/7Reservations & support
5.0★From 14 TripAdvisor reviews
45 minFree wait on arrivals
FixedTransparent pricing
What to expect
Met at the quay, settled in advance.
Your driver meets you at the passenger terminal with a name board and a hand for the luggage; the exact point is confirmed with your booking.
Sailing tracked
We monitor your ship’s arrival and adjust the pickup automatically, at no extra cost.
Fixed on booking
The price you agree is the price you pay — no meter, no surprises.
Around the clock
Drivers available for the earliest departures and the latest arrivals alike.
The fleet
Eurotunnel Folkestone from £47.
Six classes, one standard of care. Saloon, one way, off-peak. Rush hour, nights (10pm–6am) and bank holidays cost more; the return leg is 5% off when booked together — your quote shows the exact price before you book. Once you book, the price never changes.
| Class | Example | Seats | Luggage | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Toyota Prius or similar | 4 | 2 | £47 |
| Estate | Skoda Octavia or similar | 4 | 4 | £54 |
| Executive | Mercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series | 3 | 3 | £98 |
| MPV | VW Sharan or similar | 5 | 5 | £62 |
| Van | Mercedes Vito or similar | 8 | 8 | £72 |
| Executive Van | Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 8 | £129 |
Always included
One price,
everything in it.
- A driver waiting at the terminal with a name board — met in person, not messaged
- 60 minutes of complimentary waiting after a flight lands, 15 minutes on other pickups
- We track your ship’s return — delays are absorbed automatically, at no extra cost
- All road tolls, plus the London Congestion Charge and ULEZ, included in your price
- Child and booster seats fitted on request (£8 each)
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
How to book
Four steps
to a waiting car.
01
Tell us your journey
Your pickup point and time, and where you are heading. Online in a minute, or one call to the office.
02
Choose your vehicle
From a saloon to an executive van — a fixed or fully-quoted price shown before you commit.
03
Add any extras
Child seats, extra luggage, a courtesy stop — tell us and it is arranged in advance.
04
Confirm and relax
You receive your driver's name, photo and number, plus live updates on the day.
The alternatives
Getting to & from Eurotunnel Folkestone.
How a private chauffeur compares with the alternatives for Eurotunnel Folkestone.
| How you travel | Time | Cost | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed to St Pancras | Varies · often with changes | Cheapest | Luggage, crowds and no door-to-door service |
| Metered taxi | 1h 35–2h 05 to London | Metered — unpredictable | Fare not fixed; higher at peak times |
| Rideshare app | 1h 35–2h 05 to London | Surge pricing | No meet & greet; peak-time cancellations |
| P5 Chauffeur Recommended | 1h 35–2h 05 to London | Fixed from £47 | Met on arrival, journey tracked, one clear price |
Travel notes
Good to know about Eurotunnel Folkestone.
Where your driver meets you
Your chauffeur waits at the passenger terminal at Eurotunnel Folkestone with a name board and helps with the luggage — ideal after a long cruise or crossing.
Tolls & charges included
Your fixed price already includes every road toll, the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ charge. There is nothing to add at the kerb.
Traffic & timing
Journeys typically run via the M20, 1h 35–2h 05 to london. Your driver watches live traffic and sets off to match your actual arrival.
Licensed, insured, vetted
Every P5 chauffeur is TfL-licensed private hire, fully insured and DBS-checked.
When to book
The busy windows here are turnaround Saturdays and the summer season, when a whole ship’s worth of passengers move at once. Book 48–72 hours ahead for Eurotunnel Folkestone to be sure of an estate or MPV for the cases.
Payment & accounts
Settle by card when you book, in cash on the day, or on account with a single monthly invoice for regular travellers. What you agree is the whole cost; a tip is welcome but never assumed.
A Eurotunnel Folkestone transfer, done properly
Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal handles ferry crossings through leshuttle passenger terminal, and the end of a voyage is exactly the wrong moment to negotiate transport. Disembarkation is staggered, luggage arrives in waves, and the taxi queue outside grows faster than it moves. A pre-booked chauffeur removes all of it: your driver is at the terminal before you clear the gangway, tracking the ship rather than the clock.
None of the usual friction applies. The fare is fixed when you book and holds whatever the traffic does; the sailing is tracked so a delay simply shifts the collection, with three-quarters of an hour of free waiting on top. The driver takes the cases, child seats are £8 each, and you can cancel without charge up to a day before.
Transfers from Eurotunnel Folkestone start at £47 for a saloon; estates, executive cars, MPVs and 8-seat vans are priced the same transparent way. It is typically 1h 35–2h 05 to london — door to door, one price, no meter running.
Popular routes
From Eurotunnel Folkestone to…
Fixed prices to the destinations our clients ask for most. Anywhere else — just ask.
| Destination | Journey | From |
|---|---|---|
| Central London | 2h 10–3h | £168 |
| Folkestone | 10–20 min | £47 |
| Canterbury | 45 min–1h | £66 |
| Dover | 25–35 min | £47 |
| Ashford | 40–55 min | £207 |
Popular transfers
Eurotunnel Folkestone transfer guides.
At a glance
Eurotunnel Folkestone at a glance.
- Type
- Shuttle terminal
- Region
- London & South East
- Nearest city
- central London
- Distance
- 70 miles to central London
- Typical journey
- 1h 35–2h 05 to London
- Terminals
- LeShuttle passenger terminal
- Meet point
- Passenger terminal, name board
- Country
- United Kingdom
Where will I meet my driver at Eurotunnel Folkestone?
Your driver waits at the passenger terminal with a name board and helps with your luggage. The exact meeting point is confirmed with your booking.
What if my ship is delayed?
We track your ship’s return and adjust the pickup automatically, at no extra charge. You also get 15 minutes of complimentary waiting.
How much is a Eurotunnel Folkestone transfer?
Fixed fares from £168 for a saloon to central London, confirmed before you book. Larger vehicles are priced up front too.
How long does the journey take?
Typically 1h 35–2h 05 to London, depending on your exact destination and traffic.
Are tolls and congestion charges included?
Yes. Your price includes all road tolls, the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ charge.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes — infant, child and booster seats on request (£8 each). Just add them when you book.
Are your drivers licensed?
Every chauffeur is TfL-licensed private hire, fully insured and DBS-checked.
Do you cover late-night and early departures?
Yes. We operate 24/7, every day of the year, including the earliest sailings and the last arrivals.
How do I pay, and is tipping expected?
Pay by card online, by cash to your driver, or on a corporate account. A tip is appreciated but never expected.
Can you take larger groups and luggage?
Yes. Our executive MPVs seat up to seven and vans up to 8 — ideal for cruise luggage and groups.
“Always had great conversations with the drivers during the multiple trips I had with P5. I strongly recommend.”
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