Looking for professional pet transport from Ashford International to Calais? PetVoyage offers a reliable door-to-door pet taxi service from Ashford International station and surrounding areas directly to Calais, France via the Eurotunnel.
Ashford International to Calais
Price: From £210
Distance: Approximately 50 miles
Duration: 1.5-2 hours (including Eurotunnel crossing)
Note: Eurotunnel crossing (ticket not included)
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Why Choose PetVoyage for Ashford to Calais?
Ashford International is one of the closest major stations to the Eurotunnel terminal at Folkestone, making it the ideal starting point for pet transport to Calais. With just a 15-minute drive to the tunnel entrance, your pet spends minimal time on the road before the quick 35-minute crossing to France.
- Door-to-door collection from any Ashford address or directly from the Ashford International station area
- Climate-controlled vehicle for your pet's comfort throughout
- DEFRA Type 2 authorised transporter — the highest level of UK pet transport licence
- All CRB-checked drivers experienced with pets of all breeds and temperaments
- Your pet travels alone with dedicated attention — no sharing with other animals
- Owners welcome to accompany their pet at no extra charge
The Journey: Ashford to Calais Step by Step
This is one of our quickest European routes. Here is exactly what happens:
- Collection — We pick up your pet from your Ashford address at the agreed time. Our driver checks documentation and ensures your pet is settled
- Drive to Folkestone — A short 15-minute drive along the M20 to the Eurotunnel Le Shuttle terminal
- Pet Reception — We check in at the Eurotunnel pet reception where officials verify your pet's documents
- Eurotunnel crossing — 35 minutes through the Channel Tunnel. Your pet stays in the vehicle the entire time — no cages, no kennels
- Arrival in Calais — We exit at the Calais-Frethun terminal and drive to your destination
- Delivery — Your pet is delivered to your Calais address, hotel, or onward location
What Documents Does My Pet Need?
For travel from the UK to France, your pet requires the following documentation:
- Microchip — ISO 15-digit compliant, must be implanted before the rabies vaccination
- Rabies vaccination — Given at least 21 days before travel
- Animal Health Certificate (AHC) — Issued by an Official Veterinarian within 10 days of your travel date
- Tapeworm treatment (dogs only) — Administered 1-5 days before entry to the EU
Not sure where to start? We guide every customer through the documentation process. Contact us and we will help you prepare.
Ashford International Area Coverage
We collect from all areas around Ashford International including:
- Ashford town centre and all residential areas
- Ashford International station and Designer Outlet area
- Willesborough, Kennington, Kingsnorth, Great Chart
- Singleton, Godinton, Bockhanger, South Ashford
- Wye, Brook, Charing, Bethersden
- All TN23, TN24, TN25, TN26 postcodes
Why Ashford Is Ideal for Pet Transport to France
Ashford's location makes it one of the best starting points in the UK for pet travel to France. It sits right on the M20 corridor, just 15 minutes from the Eurotunnel at Folkestone. This means less time in the car for your pet before the crossing, and a fast, efficient journey overall. Many of our Kent-based customers choose Ashford collection over London for this reason — it saves time and reduces their pet's travel time significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does pet transport from Ashford to Calais cost?
Our Ashford International to Calais service starts from £210. Eurotunnel crossing (ticket not included). Get a precise quote using our instant calculator.
Can I travel alongside my pet on the Ashford to Calais route?
Absolutely! Owners are welcome to accompany their pet at no extra charge. Your pet will never travel as cargo — this is a personal pet chauffeur service.
How long does the Ashford to Calais pet journey take?
The total journey time is approximately 1.5-2 hours, including the 35-minute Eurotunnel crossing. It is one of our fastest routes.
Do all pets cost the same?
Yes — dogs, cats, and ferrets all travel for the same price. Whether you have a Yorkshire Terrier or a Great Dane, the fare is identical.
What if I need to go further than Calais?
We offer onward transport to any French or European destination. Popular routes from Ashford include CDG Airport (£450), Orly Airport (£655), and Amsterdam (£740).
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The Shortest International Pet Move Possible
Ashford to Calais is, in operational terms, one of the shortest international pet movements possible from a UK origin. Total drive time is under 90 minutes including the Eurotunnel crossing. For Kent residents needing to deliver a pet to a Calais-area address — whether it's a holiday home, a French breeder, or a relative meeting the pet at the Calais arrivals point — this is essentially the same operational complexity as a domestic UK pet taxi journey.
Same-Day Multi-Pet Logistics
Because the journey is so short, we routinely combine multiple Ashford-Calais bookings on the same day. A morning slot for one customer, a midday slot for another, and an evening slot for a third can all be served by a single vehicle. This makes the route particularly cost-efficient for combined-customer bookings.
Calais Delivery Areas Beyond the Town Itself
Although the route name says "to Calais", we routinely deliver to surrounding Pas-de-Calais towns at no additional cost: Coquelles (the Eurotunnel exit point itself), Sangatte, Wissant, Marquise, Boulogne-sur-Mer, and even as far as Saint-Omer. The 30-minute radius around Calais covers a meaningful holiday-home corridor for British owners.
Why Some Pet Owners Choose Ashford as a Pickup Point
We occasionally collect pets in Ashford from owners who have driven down from elsewhere in the UK to "stage" their pet for a professional Calais leg. This works well for owners who don't have time for the long drive themselves but want to avoid the cost of a national-distance professional collection.
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